How can I create a sticky menu bar in Webflow?
TL;DR
- Add or select your Navbar element and set its position to Sticky with a top offset of 0px.
- Ensure it’s in a scrollable container, avoid overflow-hidden parents, set width to 100%, and assign a high Z-index for proper stacking.
- Test responsiveness across devices and adjust offsets or spacing as needed.
To create a sticky menu bar in Webflow, you need to use the CSS position: sticky property or Webflow's built-in positioning controls.
1. Select or Create Your Navbar Element
- Add a Navbar from the Add panel under Components, or use any existing section/div block that acts as your menu bar.
- Make sure this element contains all your navigation links and branding.
2. Set Sticky Positioning
- Select the Navbar or menu wrapper in the Navigator.
- In the Style panel, scroll to the Position section.
- Change the Position setting to Sticky.
- Set the Top offset value (e.g.,
0px) to define how close to the top it should stick.
3. Ensure Correct Parent Structure
- The sticky element must be inside a scrolling container that allows it to work correctly.
- Avoid placing the sticky element inside a parent that uses overflow: hidden or auto unless needed.
- Ideally, use a standard Body → Section → Navbar structure.
4. Set Width and Z-Index
- To avoid layout issues:
- Set the Navbar’s width to 100%.
- Set a high Z-index (e.g.,
1000) to ensure the bar stays on top of other content as you scroll.
5. Test on Different Devices
- Use Webflow’s responsive preview tools to confirm the sticky behavior works on tablet and mobile views.
- Adjust spacing or top offset accordingly if needed.
Summary
To make a sticky menu bar in Webflow, use Position: Sticky on your navigation wrapper with a Top offset of 0px, confirm parent containers allow scrolling, and set 100% width and high Z-index for visibility.