Shop navigation¶
Where to find the navigation¶
The shop navigation is defined by content pages in the admin interface. Once a new item is added it can be set as a navigation element in the settings tab. The first two levels of content elements are displayed as parent - child navigation.
Hint
It is recommended to avoid heavy nested structures. Keep it simple.
How to create a navigation¶
Open the admin interface and click on the content area of your shop webspace where you want to add a navigation. Initially there are no content items. Click on the new button and add a new content item. There are two important things you need: a title which is displayed as your navigation title and an url where this item is pointing to. Click save once you are finished. Alright now you have created a new content item which can be opened with the url you have chosen. To make it a navigation item choose the category template in the dropdown and make sure your content item has the state published. We are almost done, now switch to the settings tab and add your content item to the main navigation in the navigation dropdown. Make sure you have changed your settings. Check out your shop and you will notice your first navigation item is displayed.
Hint
If you have chosen a unique title the url field will be autocompleted.
How to create a sub navigation¶
Open the admin interface and click on the content area of your shop webspace you want to add a sub navigation. Choose an item and highlight it by clicking on its name. In the column on the right it is possible to add a new sub navigation item by clicking on the add button. Now repeat the steps of creating a navigation item and save it. Refresh your shop and you will find a new sub navigation item in your navigation.
Link navigation to categories¶
In order to find products for a specific navigation item you have to link it with a category. Therefore visit the admin interface and navigate to the content page you want to connect with a category. Click the edit button and switch to the category tab. Now choose one or many categories and save the item.