Bootstrap Navbar

The Bootstrap navbar components will be used to construct responsive navigation headers that are static and fixed in place in this article.

Utilizing the Bootstrap navbar component, you can easily create a responsive navigation header for your website or application. This navbar will collapse on small viewports like mobile phones and expand when the user clicks the toggle button. On medium and large devices such as laptops or desktops, it will remain horizontal as usual.

You have the flexibility to create various navbar variations, such as navbars with dropdown menus and search boxes, and even fixed-positioned navbars with minimal effort. Below, we'll demonstrate how to create a simple static navbar with navigation links.

<div class="m-4">
    <nav class="navbar navbar-expand-lg navbar-light bg-light">
        <div class="container-fluid">
            <a href="#" class="navbar-brand">menus</a>
            <button type="button" class="navbar-toggler" data-bs-toggle="collapse" data-bs-target="#navbarCollapse">
                <span class="navbar-toggler-icon"></span>
            </button>
            <div class="collapse navbar-collapse" id="navbarCollapse">
                <div class="navbar-nav">
                    <a href="#" class="nav-item nav-link active">Home</a>
                    <a href="#" class="nav-item nav-link">Messages</a>
                    <a href="#" class="nav-item nav-link disabled" tabindex="-1">Reports</a>
                </div>
                <div class="navbar-nav ms-auto">
                    <a href="#" class="nav-item nav-link">Login</a>
                </div>
            </div>
        </div>
    </nav>
</div>

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Tip: To achieve responsive collapsing, use the .navbar-expand{-sm|-md|-lg|-xl|-xxl} class based on the device viewport size, along with color scheme classes for appearance. Additionally, leverage the spacing and flex utility classes to control spacing and alignment within navbars.

Note: By default, navbars and their contents are fluid. To limit their horizontal width in different ways, you can change the container class (e.g., .container{-sm|-md|-lg|-xl|-xxl}).

If you prefer, you can also include your logo image within the navbar instead of plain text. Remember to set the logo's height manually to fit it properly inside the navbar.

<div class="m-4">
    <nav class="navbar navbar-expand-lg navbar-light bg-light">
        <div class="container-fluid">
            <a href="#" class="navbar-Menus">
                <img src="favicon.png" height="80" alt="Menus">
            </a>
            <button type="button" class="navbar-toggler" data-bs-toggle="collapse" data-bs-target="#navbarCollapse">
                <span class="navbar-toggler-icon"></span>
            </button>
        </div>
    </nav>
</div>

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Tip: To align the nav links, forms, buttons, or text inside the navbar, use utility classes like .ms-auto, .me-auto, and .justify-content-between.

Including dropdowns and search boxes within the navbars is straightforward; refer to the provided examples for guidance.

<div class="collapse navbar-collapse" id="Div2">
    <div class="navbar-nav">
        <a href="#" class="nav-item nav-link active">Home</a>
        <div class="nav-item dropdown">
            <a href="#" class="nav-link dropdown-toggle" data-bs-toggle="dropdown">Messages</a>
            <div class="dropdown-menu">
                <a href="#" class="dropdown-item">Inbox</a>
                <a href="#" class="dropdown-item">Sent</a>
            </div>
        </div>
    </div>
</div>

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If you want to see some gorgeously made Bootstrap navbars, check out the snippets area.

The search form is a common component of navbars, and you can easily add various form controls within a navbar using the .d-flex class on the <form> element.

<div class="collapse navbar-collapse justify-content-between" id="Div3">
    <div class="navbar-nav">
        <a href="#" class="nav-item nav-link active">Home</a>
        <a href="#" class="nav-item nav-link">Profile</a>
    </div>
    <form class="d-flex">
        <div class="input-group">
            <input type="text" class="form-control" placeholder="Search">
            <button type="button" class="btn btn-secondary"><i class="bi-search"></i></button>
        </div>
    </form>
</div>

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Customizing the color scheme of the navbar is simple too. Utilize .navbar-light for light background colors and .navbar-dark for dark background colors, or apply the CSS background-color property on the .navbar element directly.

<nav class="navbar navbar-expand-lg navbar-dark bg-dark">
</nav>

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If you want a fixed navbar at the top, bottom, or sticky top (scrolls with the page until it reaches the top and then stays there), you can apply the appropriate position utility classes (.fixed-top, .fixed-bottom, .sticky-top) to the .navbar element.

Navbar Fixed to the Top

To put the navbar at the top of the viewport and prevent it from scrolling with the page, give the.navbarelements the position utilities class.fixed-top. As an illustration, consider the following

<nav class="navbar fixed-top navbar-expand-lg navbar-dark bg-dark">
</nav>

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Navbar Fixed to the Bottom

The navbar may also be set to the bottom of the viewport by adding the class.fixed-bottomto the.navbarelements. Additionally, it will not scroll with the page. Watch how it functions first:

<nav class="navbar fixed-bottom navbar-expand-lg navbar-dark bg-dark">
</nav>

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Navbar Stickied to the Top

By adding the.sticky-topclasses to the.navbarcomponent, you can also make a sticky top navbar that moves up the page with it until it reaches the top and then stays there:

<nav class="navbar sticky-top navbar-expand-lg navbar-dark bg-dark">
</nav>

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Note: When implementing the fixed top or fixed bottom navbar, ensure to add padding (at least 70px) to the top or bottom of the <body> element to prevent content from going underneath the navbar. Also, remember to add your custom style sheet after Bootstrap's CSS file to avoid style conflicts.

Tip: For proper padding and alignment with the rest of the content, place .navbar content inside the .container, .container-fluid, or .container{-sm|-md|-lg|-xl|-xxl}.

What is a Bootstrap Navbar?

A Bootstrap Navbar is a responsive and customizable navigation bar component provided by the Bootstrap framework. It is used to create a consistent and user-friendly navigation structure for web applications.

How do you create a basic Bootstrap Navbar?

Create a basic Bootstrap Navbar using the following HTML structure:

<nav class="navbar navbar-expand-lg navbar-light bg-light">
    <!-- Navbar content goes here -->
</nav>

What is the purpose of the navbar-expand-lg class in a Bootstrap Navbar?

The navbar-expand-lg class specifies that the Navbar should be expanded for screens larger than or equal to the "lg" (large) breakpoint. It ensures that the Navbar collapses into a toggleable menu on smaller screens.

How do you add a brand/logo to a Bootstrap Navbar?

Yes, you can add a logo to the Navbar by placing an image or an SVG element within the navbar-brand element. For example, Add a brand/logo to a Bootstrap Navbar using the following code:

<a class="navbar-brand" href="#">Logo</a>

Can I add icons to Navbar items?

Yes, you can add icons to Navbar items by using icon fonts or SVGs within the <a> elements. You can also utilize third-party icon libraries like Font Awesome.

How can you add navigation links to a Bootstrap Navbar?

Add navigation links to a Bootstrap Navbar using the <a> element within a <div class="navbar-nav">. For example:

<div class="navbar-nav">
    <a class="nav-link" href="#">Home</a>
    <a class="nav-link" href="#">About</a>
    <!-- Add more links as needed -->
</div>

What is the purpose of the navbar-toggler button?

The navbar-toggler button is used to toggle the navigation menu in smaller screen sizes (like mobile devices). When clicked, it expands or collapses the navigation links.

How does the data-toggle attribute work in the navbar-toggler button?

The data-toggle attribute is used to specify the type of component that should be toggled. In the case of the navbar-toggler button, it's set to "collapse" to indicate that it should toggle the collapse behavior of the navigation menu.

What is the purpose of the data-target attribute in the navbar-toggler button?

The data-target attribute specifies the CSS selector of the element that should be toggled when the button is clicked. In this case, it points to the navbar-collapse container.

How can I customize the appearance of the Navbar?

You can customize the appearance of the Navbar by modifying the classes and styles applied to the various elements within the Navbar. You can change colors, fonts, spacing, and more using CSS.

How do I make the Navbar responsive?

The Navbar is already responsive by default, thanks to Bootstrap's CSS and the use of the navbar-toggler button. It automatically collapses into a mobile-friendly menu on smaller screens.

How do you create a responsive toggle button for a collapsed Navbar in Bootstrap?

Bootstrap provides a responsive toggle button using the navbar-toggler class. Include the following button in the Navbar:

<button class="navbar-toggler" type="button" data-bs-toggle="collapse" data-bs-target="#navbarNav" aria-controls="navbarNav" aria-expanded="false" aria-label="Toggle navigation">
    <span class="navbar-toggler-icon"></span>
</button>

How can you customize the background color of a Bootstrap Navbar?

Customize the background color of a Bootstrap Navbar using the bg-* classes. For example:

<nav class="navbar navbar-expand-lg navbar-dark bg-primary">
    <!-- Navbar content goes here -->
</nav>

How do you align Navbar items to the right in Bootstrap?

You can align Navbar items to the right by adding the ml-auto class to the containing <ul> element. This pushes the items to the right side of the Navbar.

<div class="navbar-nav ml-auto">
    <!-- Right-aligned Navbar items -->
</div>

How can you add a search form to a Bootstrap Navbar?

To add a search bar, you can create an input element within the Navbar and style it accordingly. You might also want to use Bootstrap's built-in form classes for better styling. Add a search form to a Bootstrap Navbar using the following code:

<form class="d-flex">
    <input class="form-control me-2" type="search" placeholder="Search" aria-label="Search">
    <button class="btn btn-outline-success" type="submit">Search</button>
</form>

How do you create a fixed-top Navbar in Bootstrap?

Create a fixed-top Navbar by adding the fixed-top class:

<nav class="navbar navbar-expand-lg navbar-light bg-light fixed-top">
    <!-- Navbar content goes here -->
</nav>

How can you create a sticky Navbar that stays at the top when scrolling?

Create a sticky Navbar by adding the sticky-top class:

<nav class="navbar navbar-expand-lg navbar-light bg-light sticky-top">
    <!-- Navbar content goes here -->
</nav>

What is a Navbar dropdown menu?

A Navbar dropdown menu is a menu that appears when a user clicks or hovers over a specific link in the Navbar. It's useful for organizing sub-navigation or additional options.

How do you add dropdowns to a Bootstrap Navbar?

To add a dropdown menu, you can create a <li> element with the nav-item dropdown classes. Inside that, create an <a> element with the nav-link dropdown-toggle classes, and add a <div> with the dropdown-menu class containing the dropdown items.

<li class="nav-item dropdown">
    <a class="nav-link dropdown-toggle" href="#" id="navbarDropdown" role="button" data-bs-toggle="dropdown" aria-expanded="false">
        Dropdown
    </a>
    <ul class="dropdown-menu" aria-labelledby="navbarDropdown">
        <li><a class="dropdown-item" href="#">Action</a></li>
        <li><a class="dropdown-item" href="#">Another action</a></li>
        <!-- Add more dropdown items as needed -->
    </ul>
</li>

How do you add a collapsing Navbar to a Bootstrap Navbar?

Add a collapsing Navbar using the collapse class and the data-bs-target attribute:

<div class="collapse navbar-collapse" id="navbarNav">
    <!-- Collapsible Navbar content goes here -->
</div>

How can you change the color of Navbar links in Bootstrap?

Customize the color of Navbar links using Bootstrap's color classes. For example:

<a class="nav-link text-danger" href="#">Red Link</a>

How can you make a Navbar transparent in Bootstrap?

Make a Navbar transparent by utilizing the bg-transparent class:

<nav class="navbar navbar-expand-lg navbar-light bg-transparent">
    <!-- Transparent Navbar content goes here -->
</nav>

How do you create a dark-themed Navbar in Bootstrap?

Create a dark-themed Navbar using the navbar-dark and bg-dark classes:

<nav class="navbar navbar-expand-lg navbar-dark bg-dark">
    <!-- Dark-themed Navbar content goes here -->
</nav>

How can you customize the appearance of a collapsed Navbar toggle button?

Customize the appearance of a collapsed Navbar toggle button using additional styling or Bootstrap's utility classes. For example:

<button class="navbar-toggler" type="button">
    <span class="navbar-toggler-icon"></span>
    <span class="sr-only">Toggle navigation</span>
</button>

How can you create a Navbar with different background colors for different sections?

Create a Navbar with different background colors for sections using separate Navbar classes with different background colors:

<nav class="navbar navbar-expand-lg navbar-light bg-primary">
    <!-- Navbar content for the first section goes here -->
</nav>
<nav class="navbar navbar-expand-lg navbar-light bg-secondary">
    <!-- Navbar content for the second section goes here -->
</nav>

How can you add a Navbar that collapses vertically on smaller screens in Bootstrap?

Add a vertically collapsing Navbar using the flex-column class on the Navbar and adjusting the toggle button placement:

<nav class="navbar navbar-expand-lg flex-column">
    <!-- Navbar content goes here -->
</nav>

How do you create a Navbar with a gradient background in Bootstrap?

Create a Navbar with a gradient background using the bg-gradient class and custom CSS for gradient styling:

<nav class="navbar navbar-expand-lg navbar-light bg-gradient">
    <!-- Navbar content goes here -->
</nav>

How can you add social media icons to a Bootstrap Navbar?

Add social media icons to a Bootstrap Navbar using the appropriate icon classes and HTML structure. For example:

<div class="navbar-nav">
    <a class="nav-link" href="#"><i class="bi bi-facebook"></i></a>
    <a class="nav-link" href="#"><i class="bi bi-twitter"></i></a>
    <!-- Add more social media icons as needed -->
</div>

How do you create a Navbar with a centered logo and links in Bootstrap?

Center a logo and links in a Navbar by using the mx-auto class:

<a class="navbar-brand mx-auto" href="#">Centered Logo</a>
<div class="navbar-nav mx-auto">
    <!-- Centered Navbar links go here -->
</div>

Can I add a background image to the Navbar?

Yes, you can add a background image to the Navbar by using CSS to set the background-image property on the .navbar class. You might also need to adjust the Navbar's other styling to ensure proper visibility of the background image.

How can I vertically align Navbar items?

You can vertically align Navbar items by using Bootstrap's flexbox utility classes. For example, you can use align-items-center on the <ul> element to vertically center-align the items.

Can I add a badge to a Navbar item to show notifications?

Yes, you can add a badge to a Navbar item using Bootstrap's badge classes. For example, you can add the badge to an <a> element like this:

<a class="nav-link" href="#">Notifications <span class="badge badge-danger">5</span></a>

How can I align Navbar items vertically on the Navbar's right side?

To vertically align Navbar items on the right side, you can use the navbar-nav ml-auto classes on the <ul> element that contains the Navbar items. This pushes the items to the right side of the Navbar while maintaining proper alignment.

How do I center-align the Navbar vertically and horizontally on the page?

To center-align the Navbar both vertically and horizontally on the page, you can use CSS's flexbox or grid layout properties. For flexbox:

.navbar {
  display: flex;
  justify-content: center;
  align-items: center;
}

For grid:

.navbar {
  display: grid;
  place-items: center;
}

The Bootstrap Navigation Bar serves as a versatile and powerful tool for creating effective and visually appealing navigation experiences. The inclusion of responsive features ensures the Navbar adapts seamlessly to various screen sizes, providing a mobile-friendly and dynamic navigation menu.

The introduction of a collapsible Navbar, coupled with breakpoints, enhances the responsiveness, allowing for optimal user experiences across different devices. Sticky and full-width Navbar options offer additional flexibility and design possibilities, contributing to a cohesive and engaging navigation header.

The Navbar's branding capabilities enable developers to incorporate their identity seamlessly, creating a distinctive and recognizable brand presence. The inclusion of a toggler further supports the creation of a concise and efficient navigation system.

Exploring vertical Navbar options unveils the toolkit's adaptability, allowing for unique and space-efficient vertical layouts. Customization features, such as link and text color modifications, empower developers to tailor the Navbar's appearance to align with the overall design scheme.

Dynamic adjustments, including the customization of text color and height, offer fine-grained control over the Navbar's visual elements, contributing to a cohesive and aesthetically pleasing navigation experience.