How to Add External and Internal Links to Squarespace Navigation Menu
Links can be added to your navigation menu to connect visitors with external websites, categories, tags, email addresses, phone numbers, and files. Here's how to add different types of links:
To Add a Basic Link:
- Open Pages panel
- Click + icon next to desired section
- Select Link option
- Enter Link Title
- Choose link type from dropdown menu
- Configure specific settings
- Click Save
External Website Links:
- Select URL from dropdown
- Enter complete website address
- Toggle "Open in new tab" if desired
Email Links:
- Choose Email option
- Enter recipient address
- Optional: Add CC/BCC addresses
- Add subject line and body text if needed
Phone Links:
- Select Phone option
- Enter number with country/area code
- Choose Call or Text function
- Don't include leading zeros
File Links:
- Pick File option
- Upload new file or select existing
- Supports various file types (PDF, audio, etc.)
- Files will download or open in new tab
Link Management:
- To add to dropdown menu: Drag link to desired position
- To delete: Hover over link and click trash icon
- Confirm deletion when prompted
For Category/Tag Links:
- Use URL dropdown menu
- Select category or tag
- Link will filter collection items automatically
Important Notes:
- Links appear where positioned in Pages panel
- Some file types automatically open in new tabs
- Phone numbers need proper formatting for functionality
- Email links open user's default email client
- External links should include complete URLs
To make any changes later, simply return to the Pages panel and edit the link settings as needed.