Dropdowns

The Screen Options allow you to choose which dashboard metab...

Recommendation: Avoid the use of dropdownsRecommendation: Avoid the use of dropdowns in navigation. W... in navigationNavigation is the term used to describe text on a page that,....

Why?

With the rise of mobile navigation, dropdown/hover navigation might not be the best choice. Dropdown menus tend to operate on hover only. Unlike web interfaces, mobile devices do not have the capability for hovering, which leads to problems for mobile users trying to access sub-menus.

Hamburger menus tend to be a safer option when dealing with responsiveA framework speeds up the development process of a website. ... websites for mobile devices. Additionally, activating/hiding sub-menus on-click is a better way to make sure users can access the contentContent consists of text, images, headings, and other inform... they are looking for.

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