Is it possible to customize the default hamburger menu icon in the navbar widget on Webflow?
TL;DR
- Select the Navbar, locate the Menu Button, and style the 3 span elements inside to change the hamburger icon’s appearance.
- Replace the lines with a custom image or SVG if desired, and use Webflow interactions to animate the icon on click.
- Check responsiveness on all breakpoints to ensure proper layout and functionality.
Yes, you can customize the default hamburger menu icon in the Webflow navbar widget using Webflow’s built-in tools or custom styling.
1. Locate the Navbar Menu Button
- Select the Navbar component on your canvas.
- In the Navigator panel, find the element labeled "Menu Button" — this is the hamburger menu icon.
- The icon itself is nested inside a
divwith class Menu Icon.
2. Modify the Icon Visually
- You can change the appearance of the lines (e.g., thickness, spacing, color) by styling the nested 3 span elements that make up the hamburger graphic.
- To target them: select each line (they use a class like
icon-line), and apply styles such as: - Height or width
- Background color
- Margin or border-radius
3. Replace with a Custom Icon (Optional)
If you want to use an SVG, image, or different icon entirely:
- Delete or hide the default 3 lines inside the Menu Icon.
- Add your custom icon (e.g., an image or SVG) inside the Menu Button.
- You may want to set display settings (like
display: flexand center alignment) to ensure correct positioning.
4. Animate or Transform the Icon (Optional)
- If you want the icon to animate when clicked, use Webflow interactions:
- Select the Menu Button.
- Go to Interactions panel > Element Trigger > Mouse Click (Tap).
- Add animations to rotate, scale, or morph your lines or custom icon on open and close.
5. Ensure Responsive Behavior
- Check your menu behavior on tablet and mobile breakpoints.
- Make sure your icon looks and works correctly across screen sizes.
Summary
You can fully customize the Webflow hamburger menu icon by styling the default lines, replacing them with a custom icon, or adding animations. Use Webflow’s visual tools and interactions to control appearance and behavior for a branded navigation experience.