# Sidebar - Navigation

The sidebar navigation is a flexible navigation element that automatically adapts to the existing categories in your shop. Although intended for the sidebar, you can place it anywhere in your shop. It provides customers with a quick overview of all available categories, improving navigation and user experience.

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**Info:**

Categories are **automatically retrieved**, so no manual maintenance of the navigation structure is required. Changes to the general categories are instantly reflected in the sidebar navigation.

Implement this element to optimize menu guidance and thereby enhance user experience.
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### General - Settings

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<table><thead><tr><th width="279">Function</th><th>Description</th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td>Layout - Type (1)</td><td>Here, you can set an individual navigation behavior beyond the Shopware standard.</td></tr></tbody></table>


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