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How to use this component

Select the Navigation Anchor component when you need to provide direct links to specific sections within a single webpage.

A Navigation Anchor component enables users to jump directly to specific sections on a page using clickable links.

Navigation Anchor component

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Navigation Anchors are ideal for single-page content like FAQs, long articles, and documentation. Users click on these links to go directly to the section identified by an anchor ID.

Nav Anchor states: default and hover

Nav Anchor anatomy

  1. ID: the name you want to use, which is only found on supported components.
  2. Navigation Title: The text that will appear as a link in the Nav Anchor component.
  3. Anchor ID: Both the ID and Anchor ID must match.
  4. Anchor Nav component example: If a User clicks on the Nav Anchor link, the page will jump directly to the linked ID (1).

Best practices

  • Assign clear and easy-to-remember anchor ID values before adding the Navigation Anchor component.
  • Ensure the Navigation Title is descriptive and matches the title of its destination.
  • Double-check that the anchor ID matches exactly, including case sensitivity, to ensure the link works properly.
  • Use lowercase and hyphens to separate words when creating IDs.
  • Do not use generic or non-descriptive anchor IDs.
  • Avoid placing Navigation Anchor links randomly; maintain a consistent placement for visual coherence.
  • Do not create multiple IDs with the same name, ensure each ID is unique.

Note:

  • Anchor links must be manually updated if content sections are added or removed.
  • Use a side navigation component to link to sibling pages or external pages.

Placement

Navigation Anchors are usually placed in the right rail of a Column Control component. Use layouts like 9-3 or 3-6-3 for visual consistency.
Supported components

The following components feature an ID field:

  • Featured Content
  • Featured News
  • Heading
  • Image
  • Stats
  • Table
  • Text*

    * To enter an anchor ID in a Text component, use code view.
    Here is an example of linking a heading with an ID: <h3 id="heading3>Heading 3</h3>
    HTML knowledge may be helpful when using this method.

Accessibility guidelines

  • Ensure all anchor IDs are unique and descriptive to help screen readers navigate the page.
  • Use clear, concise titles that accurately describe the destination content.
  • Test the navigation links with assistive technologies to confirm functionality.

Web Coordinator checklist

  • Assign anchor IDs:
    Ensure each section to be linked has a unique and descriptive ID attribute.

  • Add Navigation Anchor component:
    Place the component in the right column of a Column Control.

  • Enter Navigation Title and Anchor ID:
    Input a clear and descriptive title.

    Match the anchor ID with the corresponding section’s id attribute.

  • Double-check IDs:
    Confirm that the entered anchor IDs are correct and case-sensitive.

  • Verify component compatibility:
    Ensure the selected component includes an ID field (e.g., Heading, Featured Content, Table).

  • Test functionality:
    Test the anchor links to ensure they navigate to the correct sections.