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How can I make my Webflow menu automatically close after clicking a menu item that links to another section on the page?

To make your Webflow menu automatically close after clicking a menu item that links to another section on the page, you can use some custom code along with Webflow's interactions feature. Here's a step-by-step guide on how to achieve this:

1. Set up your menu structure: Create your menu using Webflow's Navbar component or any other custom-designed menu. Add links to each menu item that target the respective sections on your page using the section's IDs.

2. Create a custom attribute: Select the menu link that you want to add the auto-close functionality to. In the link settings panel on the right, click on the "Custom attributes" field (under "Settings"). Add a new attribute with the name `onclick` and use the value `closeMenu()`.

3. Add custom code: Go to your Webflow project settings by clicking on the gear icon in the left panel. Under the "Custom Code" tab, add the following code to the "Head Code" section:

```javascript

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4. Publish your site: Save and publish your changes for the custom code to take effect.

Now, when you click on the menu item with the custom `onclick` attribute, it will trigger the `closeMenu()` function. This function uses the `setTimeout` method to delay the closing of the menu by a short duration (adjustable). It then finds the menu button with the class `.w--open` (the button that opens the menu) and simulates a click event, effectively closing the menu.

By using this approach, you can ensure that whenever a menu item is clicked, the menu will automatically close, providing a seamless and user-friendly experience for your website visitors.

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