Navigation Menu
npx @intellihelper/cli@latest add navigation-menuHeader navigation
About this component
Navigation Menu is part of Navigation. Multi-level header navigation with glass content panels.
Install with npx @intellihelper/cli@latest add navigation-menu. Files land in your project so you can customize styles, variants, and behavior without a locked package.
Prefer AI-assisted install? Use the agent plugin or the MCP server.
When to use Navigation Menu
Use when
- Use Navigation Menu when multi-level header navigation with glass content panels.
- App chrome: sidebars, menus, pagination, scroll helpers.
- Orienting users inside multi-section product UIs.
Avoid when
- In-page CTAs that should be buttons rather than nav items.
- Single-page marketing sections better served by anchor links.
Accessibility notes
- Mark current page with aria-current where applicable.
- Sidebars and menus should be keyboard navigable and announce expansion state.
Interactive primitives build on accessible patterns (including Radix where applicable). Always verify focus order and contrast on your mesh or product background.
Composition tips
- Pair sidebar with main content landmarks (nav + main).
- Use pagination for large lists; avoid infinite scroll without an accessible alternative.
FAQ
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