Navigation Settings
Varbase 11.0.x uses Drupal's Navigation module to provide the primary admin sidebar navigation. The Navigation module replaces the traditional admin toolbar with a modern, sidebar-based interface that integrates with the Gin admin theme.
Overview
The Navigation module provides:
A sidebar-based navigation that slides out from the left side of the screen.
Collapsible menu sections for organized browsing of admin pages.
Quick access to Content, Structure, Appearance, Configuration, People, and Reports.
A responsive design that works on desktops, tablets, and mobile devices.
Integration with the Gin admin theme for a consistent visual experience.
Configuring Navigation Settings
Navigate to Configuration > User interface > Navigation settings, or go to
/admin/config/user-interface/navigation.Available configuration options may include:
Logo: Upload or change the logo displayed in the navigation sidebar.
Menu items: Customize which items appear in the navigation.
Click Save configuration to apply changes.
Using the Navigation Sidebar
Opening and Closing
The navigation sidebar is displayed on the left side of the admin interface.
On desktop, it can be expanded (showing full labels) or collapsed (showing only icons).
Click the hamburger menu icon or the toggle button to expand or collapse the sidebar.
On mobile devices, the sidebar overlays the content area and can be dismissed by tapping outside of it.
Navigating the Admin Menu
Click on a top-level menu item (e.g., Content, Structure, Configuration) to expand its submenu.
Click on a submenu item to navigate to that admin page.
The currently active page is highlighted in the navigation.
User Menu
The navigation sidebar includes a user menu section at the bottom, providing quick access to:
Your user profile.
Log out link.
Account settings.
Navigation Extra Tools
Varbase includes Navigation Extra Tools, which extends the navigation sidebar with additional utility links:
Quick cache flush: Clear all caches directly from the navigation sidebar without navigating to the Performance page.
Additional shortcuts: Quick links to commonly used admin tasks.
Tips
Use the collapsed sidebar mode when you need more screen space for content editing.
Combine the navigation sidebar with the Coffee module (Alt+D) for the most efficient admin navigation workflow.
If you notice any admin pages missing from the navigation, contact your site administrator to verify the menu configuration.
The navigation sidebar respects your user role's permissions. You will only see menu items that you have permission to access.
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