A sticky menu (also called a fixed or floating menu) remains visible at the top of the page as users scroll. This improves navigation and user experience by keeping important links accessible at all times. On ruachost.com, you can configure sticky menus using a plugin.
Why Use Sticky Menus?
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Keeps navigation visible while scrolling.
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Improves usability on long pages.
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Enhances site design and professionalism.
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Encourages visitors to explore more content.
Steps to Configure Sticky Menus
Method 1: Using the MyStickyMenu Plugin
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Log in to WordPress with an administrator account.
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In the dashboard, go to Plugins → Add New.
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Search for MyStickyMenu.
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Click Install Now, then Activate.
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In the dashboard, go to Appearance → Sticky Menu.
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Select the menu you want to make sticky.
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Enter the CSS class or ID of your header/menu element.
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Tip: Use a browser extension like CSS Peeper to find the correct class/ID.
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Adjust settings such as:
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Sticky position (top, bottom).
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Animation effects.
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Z‑index (layer priority).
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Click Save Changes.
✅ Your menu will now remain fixed as users scroll.
Method 2: Using Theme Customizer (if supported)
Some WordPress themes include built‑in sticky menu options.
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Go to Appearance → Customize.
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Look for Header or Menu Settings.
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Enable the Sticky Header/Menu option.
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Save and publish changes.
Important Notes
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Not all themes support sticky menus natively—plugins are often required.
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Test on mobile devices to ensure responsiveness.
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Avoid overlapping content by adjusting z‑index and spacing.
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Sticky menus can slightly affect performance if not optimized.
