A good website menu is like a map — it guides visitors exactly where you want them to go. Whether you’re running a blog, a business site, or an online store, creating a clear, simple navigation menu in WordPress is essential. In this tutorial, I’ll show you exactly how to build one from scratch in just a few minutes.

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1. Go to Your WordPress Dashboard
Log in to your site’s admin area and navigate to Appearance → Menus.

2. Create a New Menu
Click Create a New Menu, give it a name (like “Main Menu” or “Footer Menu”), and hit Create Menu.

3. Add Pages and Links
On the left, you’ll see checkboxes for Pages, Posts, Custom Links, and Categories.

  • Tick the boxes for any pages you want to include (like Home, About, Contact).

  • Click Add to Menu and they’ll appear on the right-hand side.

4. Organize Menu Structure
Drag and drop the items to reorder them. You can also nest items slightly to the right to create dropdown menus.

5. Assign Menu Location
Below your menu items, you’ll see display location options — like Primary Menu, Footer, or Mobile Menu. Select where you want it to appear.

6. Save Your Menu
Click Save Menu to lock in your changes. Visit your site to make sure it looks good on both desktop and mobile.

7. Update Anytime
You can come back here to add, remove, or reorder items anytime your site changes.

Pro Tips:

  • Keep menus short — aim for 5–7 key links max.

  • Use clear, descriptive labels (avoid jargon or long titles).

  • For advanced users, add custom links to external pages or anchors.

A clean, intuitive menu gives your visitors confidence and helps them find what they’re looking for faster. WordPress makes it simple — and with a little planning, your menu can become a powerful navigation tool that enhances the user experience across your entire site.