How can I link specific sections of a page in Webflow's dropdown menu?
TL;DR
- Assign unique section IDs to target elements and link them in the dropdown menu using anchor links like
#section-id. - Use section links for same-page navigation and full URLs (e.g.,
/page#id) for cross-page links, then test smooth scrolling after publishing.
To link specific sections of a page in a Webflow dropdown menu, you need to use section IDs and anchor links. Here’s how to do it:
1. Assign Unique IDs to Page Sections
- Select the section (or any element you want to scroll to).
- In the Element Settings panel (D key), find the ID field.
- Enter a unique ID (e.g.,
about,contact,services). This will be used as the anchor target.
2. Create or Edit the Dropdown Menu
- Open the Navigator panel to locate your Navbar element.
- Expand the Dropdown in your navbar.
- Click to select a Dropdown Link item.
3. Add Anchor Links to Dropdown Items
- With a Dropdown Link selected, go to the Element Settings panel.
- Under the Link Settings, choose Section link if the section is on the current page.
- You'll see a list of sections with IDs—choose the appropriate one.
- Alternatively, use a URL if you're linking manually.
- Type
#your-section-id(e.g.,#about) to scroll to that section on the same page.
4. Use Anchor Links Across Pages (If Needed)
- If your dropdown is in a Navbar symbol used on multiple pages, but the section only exists on one page:
- Use full path-based links like
/homepage#servicesor/about#team. - This ensures the link works even if the menu is used from a different page.
5. Test for Smooth Scrolling
- Webflow automatically enables smooth scroll for in-page anchor links.
- Publish your site and test clicking the dropdown item to ensure it scrolls correctly to the intended section.
Summary
To link dropdown items to specific sections, assign unique IDs to page elements and use anchor links (#section-id) in the dropdown menu. Use section linking for same-page navigation or full URLs for cross-page targeting.