Overview
Nesting dashboard pages creates a multi-level navigation structure, enhancing user experience by grouping related pages under a main page. This guide will show you how to nest a subpage under a main dashboard page in just a few steps.
Prerequisites
Access to the mySidewalk Platform with editing permissions on a dashboard.
A dashboard with multiple pages created.
Instructions
Important Note: You can only create one level of subpages (i.e., a subpage cannot have its own subpage).
Locate the Pages Panel
When viewing your dashboard in edit mode, you’ll see the list of pages under the “Pages” section on the right-hand panel.
Select the Page to Nest
Hover over the page you wish to nest under a parent page
On the far right of the page’s name, click and hold the “Drag and Drop to Reorder” button.
Drag and Drop the Page to Nest It
While holding the drag button, move the selected page slowly over the page you want as the parent.
When you see the page icon below the target page disappear, unclick. See the GIF below for what that looks like.
Confirm Changes in Navigation
The dashboard’s navigation menu will update to reflect the new parent-child hierarchy.
Pro Tip:
This process may take a couple of tries to get the right placement. Don’t hesitate to use the chat feature for help!
How to Undo a Parent-Child Relationship
Go to the "Pages" panel and find the nested page.
Drag the page away from its parent and drop it back into the main list.
Common Issues & Troubleshooting
Problem: The page isn’t nesting correctly.
Solution: Ensure that the page you are dragging is hovering over the intended parent page long enough for the connection to appear.
Problem: The dashboard navigation isn’t updating.
Solution: Try refreshing the dashboard. If the problem persists, clear your browser cache or contact support.
FAQs
Can I nest multiple levels of pages?
No, the platform only supports one level of nesting (i.e., a main page and its subpages).
Will this affect the page’s content?
No, nesting is purely for navigation purposes and won’t impact the content of your pages.