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Our third post in the getting started series <\/em><\/strong>is all about navigation in SharePoint. A SharePoint site consists of various components that are essential for seamless collaboration and information sharing within an organisation. Navigating SharePoint<\/a> effectively and understanding how to move around these components is key to maximising the site\u2019s potential.<\/p>\n\n

Navigational Menus in SharePoint\u00a0<\/h1>\n\n

Navigating SharePoint is made easier with its intuitive menus and navigation options. The primary navigational elements include the Top Navigation Bar<\/strong>, the Horizontal Navigation Bar<\/strong>, Left Navigation Bar<\/strong> and the Site Contents <\/strong>page.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n

Top Navigation Bar\u00a0<\/h3>\n\n

The Top Navigation Bar, also known as the Global Navigation, is located at the top of your SharePoint site. It typically contains links to the home page, as well as other important sections of your SharePoint environment such as documents, lists, and other sites within your Organisation. This menu helps users to quickly move between high-level areas of the site or Organisation.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n

Horizontal Navigation Bar<\/h3>\n\n

The Horizontal Navigation Bar<\/strong> is located at the top of a SharePoint site and provides a streamlined way to navigate between sites, pages, and key resources. It offers a clean, organised layout for global navigation and allows users to add custom links that reflect the structure and priorities of their organisation. This ensures quick access to essential content and promotes a seamless user experience across SharePoint.<\/p>\n\n

Left Navigation Bar<\/h3>\n\n

The Left Navigation Bar<\/strong> is found on the left side of the SharePoint site and provides easy access to libraries, lists, and other key components within the current site. It allows users to add custom links that are relevant to their team\u2019s needs, making it easier to navigate to frequently used content.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n

Home Button\u00a0<\/h3>\n\n

The Home Button, usually represented by a house icon, is an essential part of the Top Navigation Bar. Clicking this button will take users back to the main landing page of the SharePoint site, providing a quick and easy way to return to the site\u2019s starting point from anywhere within the SharePoint environment.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n

Site Contents\u00a0<\/h3>\n\n

The Site Contents page is accessible from both the Quick Launch Bar and the settings menu. It provides a comprehensive overview of all the lists, libraries, and other components within the site. Users can manage and Organise site content from this page, making it a central hub for site administration.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n

By understanding and utilising these navigational menus and tools, users can efficiently move through different sections of their SharePoint site, ensuring a smooth and effective experience.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n

Editing Navigation Menus\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n

Following are the steps to edit the different navigational menus in SharePoint.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n

Left Navigation\u00a0<\/h3>\n\n

The Left Navigation<\/strong>, sometimes known as the Quick Launch, is located on the left side of the SharePoint site. It provides links to libraries, lists, and other important resources within the site.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n

Steps to Edit Left Navigation:\u00a0<\/p>\n\n