# Adding a heading menu item in Joomla

> Organise Joomla menus by adding a non-clickable heading menu item that groups related links under one label.

Source: https://helpcenter.ruachost.com/apps/joomla/adding-a-heading-menu-item-in-joomla/

A **heading menu item** in Joomla allows you to group related links under a non‑clickable heading. This is useful for organizing menus with sections or categories, making navigation clearer for your visitors. On **ruachost.com**, you can add heading menu items directly from the Joomla administrator panel.

## Why Use a Heading Menu Item?

- Provides a title or label for a group of links.
- Improves menu organization and readability.
- Allows you to separate links with text or images.
- Enhances user experience by grouping related items.

## Steps to Add a Heading Menu Item

1. Log in to your Joomla site with an **administrator account**.
2. On the top menu bar, click **Menus → Main Menu**.
3. Click **Add New Menu Item**.
4. On the **Menu Item Manager** page, click **New**.
5. Enter a **Menu Title** (this will be the heading text).
6. Under **Menu Item Type**, click **Select → System Links → Menu Heading**.
7. Set **Status** to **Published**.
8. Click **Save** to apply changes.
9. If needed, drag the new heading to adjust its position in the menu.
10. Preview your Joomla site to confirm the heading displays correctly.

## Important Notes

- A heading menu item is **not clickable**; it serves only as a label.
- You can move the heading to group related links beneath it.
- Use headings sparingly to avoid cluttered menus.
- Always clear Joomla cache after making menu changes.