{"id":10102,"date":"2022-02-01T13:27:17","date_gmt":"2022-02-01T11:27:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/xneelo.co.za\/insights\/?p=10102"},"modified":"2024-03-25T14:45:20","modified_gmt":"2024-03-25T12:45:20","slug":"how-to-customise-menus-in-wordpress","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/xneelo.co.za\/insights\/how-to-customise-menus-in-wordpress\/","title":{"rendered":"How to customise menus in WordPress"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Navigation is an essential part of your website. Helping visitors explore your content easily can <a href=\"https:\/\/xneelo.co.za\/insights\/why-you-need-to-understand-conversion-rate-optimization-cro\/\">increase your conversion rate<\/a>. But what do you do if you have a lot of pages on your site? You may find it difficult to simplify the browsing process for your visitors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This is where menus come in handy. By organising your content into easily-accessible categories, you\u2019ll make your site more navigable and improve the User Experience (UX) considerably.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-menus-work-and-when-to-use-them\">How menus work (and when to use them)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Almost every website has a menu. This element makes it easy to find and access different pages.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Typically, the main items in a menu direct users to the most important content on the site, such as the home page, blog, shop, and contact page. You can also add sub-items, known as \u201cchild pages\u201d, underneath your main items (or \u201cparent pages\u201d).&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Navigation menus are particularly useful if you have a lot of pages on your site. Whether you <a href=\"https:\/\/xneelo.co.za\/insights\/create-a-business-blog-worth-reading-with-industry-expert-tips\/\">run a business blog<\/a> or <a href=\"https:\/\/xneelo.co.za\/insights\/want-to-start-an-online-store-heres-how-to-choose-what-to-sell\/\">sell products in an online store<\/a>, presenting your content using simple, easy-to-use menus helps visitors find what they\u2019re looking for quickly.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-to-customise-your-menu-in-wordpress\">How to customise your menu in WordPress<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you <a href=\"https:\/\/xneelo.co.za\/insights\/5-reasons-to-choose-wordpress-for-your-website\/\">have a WordPress website<\/a>, you probably already know that this Content Management System (CMS) comes with a default menu. However, it\u2019s important to optimise your site\u2019s navigation to suit your site.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There are a few ways you can customise your menus in WordPress.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-choosing-the-right-location\">Choosing the right location<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>To access your menu, you need to navigate to <strong>Appearance &gt; Menus<\/strong> in your WordPress dashboard. There you\u2019ll find the option to select an existing menu or create a new one:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/lh6.googleusercontent.com\/Vj5sQJ37GUzJjcmFDqB0O4ps9QKEsk0smxuKXVbrXG9Eqb_syksOyfVNZOdFq3cruxl4_SUfAV0xm_3jFLiZ7_1jaYRBmdznQI9F3BMnbSktNmh5o7ZWb_ClbLbYmS_wLCnci9b9\" alt=\"\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The location of your menu can impact how accessible your content is. We recommend placing it in a prominent and fixed location, such as your site\u2019s header. That way, users will be able to locate your menu right away, and access your content from every page on your site.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Depending on <a href=\"https:\/\/xneelo.co.za\/insights\/how-to-choose-a-wordpress-theme\/\">which WordPress theme you\u2019re using<\/a>, you can usually choose where your menu will display. If you click on the <strong>Manage Locations<\/strong> tab, you\u2019ll see your options:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/lh6.googleusercontent.com\/rmPDJA3gxJ-m8ftEutSSp5hCK2ieAj08Ig9wpwtRLJ2mfK1MuknMCpWbxvdxrEISK0tIS5gHDNGiZbDoZ1TzGpMOjDtFv4LiDhiw0avyzhPfBhoCiQaQ9rc2BX12IX5LrkKBQGWI\" alt=\"\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The <strong>Primary menu<\/strong> is typically located near the top of your site. Therefore, we recommend that you select this location for your main menu.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Meanwhile, the <strong>Secondary menu<\/strong> can appear in other areas, depending on your site\u2019s theme and design (for example, your footer or sidebar). This can be an ideal placement for less-important menus, or those that will only appear on certain pages.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-renaming-and-deleting-menu-items\">Renaming and deleting menu items<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Managing menu items is very easy. Once you select the menu you want to edit, you\u2019ll see a list of pages under <strong>Menu structure<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/lh4.googleusercontent.com\/BImSm2bg1VGM9SKB7Z-Fh1dymUnrONnM52L6tsYKm-yAgw7PJdnquFgc1GTzKgrcSG0ua60_KCr4QTl8Rg5gDK5L0daLM61REXwG9RTBy6yBJMbMYj1Wi02obbsdR0-wj__T8sTA\" alt=\"\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>If you want to rename an item, select the corresponding arrow and enter the new name in the <strong>Navigation Label<\/strong> field:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/lh6.googleusercontent.com\/YXMtpnPbPSiJbSK6ghAL0yw6-ua5d0lYRh-_BNwYoc2K8gXUaNiHFLzT7TaV7gQ4jB3_ZIV1QIywAxr_hOqnvJMtp3LBd1QYroOFAAHXTp9hbqHMIRh-0HzJQnq1L2XJQJeFrZyn\" alt=\"\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>To delete a page from the menu, simply click <strong>Remove<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/lh5.googleusercontent.com\/nsv5ZXSxDD-qhqAKFbHZMhB_xPHVv--8J5Bkx2sSE0qxdrmUl8yOmjrJRTt2fDU-HtYPjP7blEZVerchtL4670UpYDUjJ_wdHdScm2veBp80aG2UvI2HcDzwvwZfSMlj2xJtX6Tr\" alt=\"\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>If you want to remove multiple pages from your menu, check the <strong>Bulk Select<\/strong> option, then choose the pages and click on <strong>Remove Selected Items<\/strong>. When you\u2019re happy with your changes, hit <strong>Save Menu<\/strong>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-linking-to-blog-posts-categories-and-tags\">Linking to blog posts, categories, and tags<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you run a blog, you can link to your posts, categories, and tags in your main menu. For example, let\u2019s say you want to add a category page. From the <strong>Add menu items<\/strong> list, select <strong>Categories<\/strong>:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/lh3.googleusercontent.com\/cKvZMTmdFw3cYr_-yQhsLliqfGqPA1X_75Hb6LcVL4SzOEQhK05yDac9H9yIojX4gnmFQR3O7d2Lj3xvCa-11TwuSAeHRz2aCuwATB2XqcPZKoytkWJzAu4hwk1pc20HPnmy70is\" alt=\"\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>To find a category, click on the <strong>View All<\/strong> option. Then select your category and choose <strong>Add to Menu<\/strong>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can also add posts and tags by selecting the respective items. If you can\u2019t see an option for adding tags, click on the <strong>Screen Options<\/strong> button in the top-right corner of the page, and check the box labeled <strong>Tags<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/lh3.googleusercontent.com\/ej0BvdSVsd-RaGCXeKKRKuOlApF9e7bSEdAS779-E08z8iG6xfOD_fMiFW45lIoX69yN8Z_Z9uAUv4GmF2tk5RScYSQjXoxntxd5NdWEqp_IaQbhi0FYMNdox-BBOJ0yIXjRDIa6\" alt=\"\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Here\u2019s what our menu looks like after adding categories, tags, and posts to it:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/lh3.googleusercontent.com\/maSfz66ZW4EYFNyb3dwIdgFxeA6UVkNNZ8nfb00Qwu57sofwWL8nUwIhCVT2sxvGRsvmdyOrSfPChAWJaBcRXy0ojV__IlDvnIUTBNcOuXZlH8mVQw2xVXOrXz8L5z5E6TGAUR0S\" alt=\"\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Meanwhile, here\u2019s a preview of the menu on the front end of our test site:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/lh4.googleusercontent.com\/fygaUOlWMzA2mjSHuLlVHbwjhtlWeOgEYlsLf2bx0RM8g6qVjkDqVMcBfrU08bXA4nEhSW-Kn1YbmNBWVuVLJxG1L5DSEgSLNB9RDzUUA8pVrYJ5FGym2d6LmsxLj-tpt-2a51C0\" alt=\"\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Remember to click on <strong>Save Menu<\/strong> when you\u2019re happy with how your menu appears.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-customise-your-wordpress-menus-today\">Customise your WordPress menus today<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Navigation menus help users find their way around your website and interact with your content. If you have a WordPress site, you have access to several options for customising your default menu.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Every entrepreneur is unique, and your website should reflect that \u2013 from the <a href=\"https:\/\/xneelo.co.za\/insights\/how-to-choose-a-wordpress-theme\/\">theme you choose<\/a> to the menus in that theme. The end goal is to make your website as user-friendly as possible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For more helpful advice on getting the best out of WordPress, visit our <a href=\"https:\/\/xneelo.co.za\/help-centre\/topic\/wordpress\/\">Help Centre.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Image credit: <\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/unsplash.com\/photos\/gcHFXsdcmJE\"><em>Kelly Sikkema<\/em><\/a><em>.<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false,"plain":"<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Navigation is an essential part of your website. Helping visitors explore your content easily can <a href=\"https:\/\/xneelo.co.za\/insights\/why-you-need-to-understand-conversion-rate-optimization-cro\/\">increase your conversion rate<\/a>. But what do you do if you have a lot of pages on your site? You may find it difficult to simplify the browsing process for your visitors.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>This is where menus come in handy. By organising your content into easily-accessible categories, you\u2019ll make your site more navigable and improve the User Experience (UX) considerably.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading -->\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-menus-work-and-when-to-use-them\">How menus work (and when to use them)<\/h2>\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Almost every website has a menu. This element makes it easy to find and access different pages.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Typically, the main items in a menu direct users to the most important content on the site, such as the home page, blog, shop, and contact page. You can also add sub-items, known as \u201cchild pages\u201d, underneath your main items (or \u201cparent pages\u201d).&nbsp;<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Navigation menus are particularly useful if you have a lot of pages on your site. Whether you <a href=\"https:\/\/xneelo.co.za\/insights\/create-a-business-blog-worth-reading-with-industry-expert-tips\/\">run a business blog<\/a> or <a href=\"https:\/\/xneelo.co.za\/insights\/want-to-start-an-online-store-heres-how-to-choose-what-to-sell\/\">sell products in an online store<\/a>, presenting your content using simple, easy-to-use menus helps visitors find what they\u2019re looking for quickly.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading -->\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-to-customise-your-menu-in-wordpress\">How to customise your menu in WordPress<\/h2>\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>If you <a href=\"https:\/\/xneelo.co.za\/insights\/5-reasons-to-choose-wordpress-for-your-website\/\">have a WordPress website<\/a>, you probably already know that this Content Management System (CMS) comes with a default menu. However, it\u2019s important to optimise your site\u2019s navigation to suit your site.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>There are a few ways you can customise your menus in WordPress.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading {\"level\":3} -->\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-choosing-the-right-location\">Choosing the right location<\/h3>\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>To access your menu, you need to navigate to <strong>Appearance &gt; Menus<\/strong> in your WordPress dashboard. There you\u2019ll find the option to select an existing menu or create a new one:<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https:\/\/lh6.googleusercontent.com\/Vj5sQJ37GUzJjcmFDqB0O4ps9QKEsk0smxuKXVbrXG9Eqb_syksOyfVNZOdFq3cruxl4_SUfAV0xm_3jFLiZ7_1jaYRBmdznQI9F3BMnbSktNmh5o7ZWb_ClbLbYmS_wLCnci9b9\" alt=\"\"\/><\/figure>\n<!-- \/wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The location of your menu can impact how accessible your content is. We recommend placing it in a prominent and fixed location, such as your site\u2019s header. That way, users will be able to locate your menu right away, and access your content from every page on your site.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Depending on <a href=\"https:\/\/xneelo.co.za\/insights\/how-to-choose-a-wordpress-theme\/\">which WordPress theme you\u2019re using<\/a>, you can usually choose where your menu will display. If you click on the <strong>Manage Locations<\/strong> tab, you\u2019ll see your options:<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https:\/\/lh6.googleusercontent.com\/rmPDJA3gxJ-m8ftEutSSp5hCK2ieAj08Ig9wpwtRLJ2mfK1MuknMCpWbxvdxrEISK0tIS5gHDNGiZbDoZ1TzGpMOjDtFv4LiDhiw0avyzhPfBhoCiQaQ9rc2BX12IX5LrkKBQGWI\" alt=\"\"\/><\/figure>\n<!-- \/wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The <strong>Primary menu<\/strong> is typically located near the top of your site. Therefore, we recommend that you select this location for your main menu.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Meanwhile, the <strong>Secondary menu<\/strong> can appear in other areas, depending on your site\u2019s theme and design (for example, your footer or sidebar). This can be an ideal placement for less-important menus, or those that will only appear on certain pages.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading {\"level\":3} -->\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-renaming-and-deleting-menu-items\">Renaming and deleting menu items<\/h3>\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Managing menu items is very easy. Once you select the menu you want to edit, you\u2019ll see a list of pages under <strong>Menu structure<\/strong>:<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https:\/\/lh4.googleusercontent.com\/BImSm2bg1VGM9SKB7Z-Fh1dymUnrONnM52L6tsYKm-yAgw7PJdnquFgc1GTzKgrcSG0ua60_KCr4QTl8Rg5gDK5L0daLM61REXwG9RTBy6yBJMbMYj1Wi02obbsdR0-wj__T8sTA\" alt=\"\"\/><\/figure>\n<!-- \/wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>If you want to rename an item, select the corresponding arrow and enter the new name in the <strong>Navigation Label<\/strong> field:&nbsp;<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https:\/\/lh6.googleusercontent.com\/YXMtpnPbPSiJbSK6ghAL0yw6-ua5d0lYRh-_BNwYoc2K8gXUaNiHFLzT7TaV7gQ4jB3_ZIV1QIywAxr_hOqnvJMtp3LBd1QYroOFAAHXTp9hbqHMIRh-0HzJQnq1L2XJQJeFrZyn\" alt=\"\"\/><\/figure>\n<!-- \/wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>To delete a page from the menu, simply click <strong>Remove<\/strong>:<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https:\/\/lh5.googleusercontent.com\/nsv5ZXSxDD-qhqAKFbHZMhB_xPHVv--8J5Bkx2sSE0qxdrmUl8yOmjrJRTt2fDU-HtYPjP7blEZVerchtL4670UpYDUjJ_wdHdScm2veBp80aG2UvI2HcDzwvwZfSMlj2xJtX6Tr\" alt=\"\"\/><\/figure>\n<!-- \/wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>If you want to remove multiple pages from your menu, check the <strong>Bulk Select<\/strong> option, then choose the pages and click on <strong>Remove Selected Items<\/strong>. When you\u2019re happy with your changes, hit <strong>Save Menu<\/strong>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading {\"level\":3} -->\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-linking-to-blog-posts-categories-and-tags\">Linking to blog posts, categories, and tags<\/h3>\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>If you run a blog, you can link to your posts, categories, and tags in your main menu. For example, let\u2019s say you want to add a category page. From the <strong>Add menu items<\/strong> list, select <strong>Categories<\/strong>:&nbsp;<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https:\/\/lh3.googleusercontent.com\/cKvZMTmdFw3cYr_-yQhsLliqfGqPA1X_75Hb6LcVL4SzOEQhK05yDac9H9yIojX4gnmFQR3O7d2Lj3xvCa-11TwuSAeHRz2aCuwATB2XqcPZKoytkWJzAu4hwk1pc20HPnmy70is\" alt=\"\"\/><\/figure>\n<!-- \/wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>To find a category, click on the <strong>View All<\/strong> option. Then select your category and choose <strong>Add to Menu<\/strong>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>You can also add posts and tags by selecting the respective items. If you can\u2019t see an option for adding tags, click on the <strong>Screen Options<\/strong> button in the top-right corner of the page, and check the box labeled <strong>Tags<\/strong>:<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https:\/\/lh3.googleusercontent.com\/ej0BvdSVsd-RaGCXeKKRKuOlApF9e7bSEdAS779-E08z8iG6xfOD_fMiFW45lIoX69yN8Z_Z9uAUv4GmF2tk5RScYSQjXoxntxd5NdWEqp_IaQbhi0FYMNdox-BBOJ0yIXjRDIa6\" alt=\"\"\/><\/figure>\n<!-- \/wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Here\u2019s what our menu looks like after adding categories, tags, and posts to it:<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https:\/\/lh3.googleusercontent.com\/maSfz66ZW4EYFNyb3dwIdgFxeA6UVkNNZ8nfb00Qwu57sofwWL8nUwIhCVT2sxvGRsvmdyOrSfPChAWJaBcRXy0ojV__IlDvnIUTBNcOuXZlH8mVQw2xVXOrXz8L5z5E6TGAUR0S\" alt=\"\"\/><\/figure>\n<!-- \/wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Meanwhile, here\u2019s a preview of the menu on the front end of our test site:<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https:\/\/lh4.googleusercontent.com\/fygaUOlWMzA2mjSHuLlVHbwjhtlWeOgEYlsLf2bx0RM8g6qVjkDqVMcBfrU08bXA4nEhSW-Kn1YbmNBWVuVLJxG1L5DSEgSLNB9RDzUUA8pVrYJ5FGym2d6LmsxLj-tpt-2a51C0\" alt=\"\"\/><\/figure>\n<!-- \/wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Remember to click on <strong>Save Menu<\/strong> when you\u2019re happy with how your menu appears.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading -->\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-customise-your-wordpress-menus-today\">Customise your WordPress menus today<\/h2>\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Navigation menus help users find their way around your website and interact with your content. If you have a WordPress site, you have access to several options for customising your default menu.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Every entrepreneur is unique, and your website should reflect that \u2013 from the <a href=\"https:\/\/xneelo.co.za\/insights\/how-to-choose-a-wordpress-theme\/\">theme you choose<\/a> to the menus in that theme. The end goal is to make your website as user-friendly as possible.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>For more helpful advice on getting the best out of WordPress, visit our <a href=\"https:\/\/xneelo.co.za\/help-centre\/topic\/wordpress\/\">Help Centre.<\/a><\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><em>Image credit: <\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/unsplash.com\/photos\/gcHFXsdcmJE\"><em>Kelly Sikkema<\/em><\/a><em>.<\/em><\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->"},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Navigation is an essential part of your website. 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