How to Add a Menu in WordPress
- George Apostolov
How to Add a Menu in WordPress: step-by-step guide
On the left sidebar, hover your mouse cursor over the 'Appearance' option and click 'Editor'.
Select 'Patterns' from the list of options.
Following that, click 'Header' to access the top navigation settings.
Choose the header template where you wish to add a new menu.
After that, go to the right-side panel and click 'Navigation'.
Under the List View tab, click the 'Add Block' button.
Select the menu item you want to add and then configure its corresponding connection settings.
Once done, tap 'Save' to apply the changes and activate the newly added menu.
Click the 'Save' button one more time to confirm your request.
Quick answer: To add a menu in WordPress, go to Appearance and open Editor, select Patterns, click Header, and choose your header template. Then, select Navigation in the right panel, click Add Block in List View, add and configure your menu item, and save the changes twice.
About this WordPress tutorial
Create and publish a custom navigation menu in your WordPress header template using the site editor and block settings. This guide shows how to add a Menu in WordPress in 9 steps, starting with "On the left sidebar, hover your mouse cursor over the 'Appearance' option and click 'Ed..." and finishing with "Click the 'Save' button one more time to confirm your request". The interactive demo above is a click-through copy of the real WordPress interface, so you can rehearse each step before doing it in your own account.
Frequently asked questions
How many steps does it take to add a Menu in WordPress?
9 steps. Each one is listed in order above, and the demo highlights exactly where to click.
Can I try it without changing my own account?
Yes. Clicking through the demo doesn't touch your WordPress data or settings. Once you know the flow, repeat it in your own workspace.
This tutorial is filed under WordPress. Related guides: How to Add a Page to a Drop Down Menu in WordPress, How to Add a Search Bar in Wordpress and How to Add a User to Wordpress. Last reviewed 05 Oct 2026.
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