Hi, @ebwsc
It is possible that the issue with drop-down menus not working after upgrading to WordPress version 6.1.1 is caused by a conflict with one of the plugins or themes installed on the website. To troubleshoot this issue, try deactivating all the plugins and then reactivating them one by one to see if they are causing the issue. If you find a plugin causing the problem, you can try disabling it or finding an alternative plugin.
If deactivating the plugins does not solve the issue, switch to a default WordPress theme like Twenty Twenty or Twenty Twenty-One and see if the problem persists. If the issue does not occur with the default theme, then the issue may be with the theme you are currently using.
Furthermore, you can check the browser console for any error logs. This can help you identify the specific issue and provide you with more information to help you resolve the issue.
Thank you.
Previous posts indicated that drop down menus quit working (for some people) after upgrading their WordPress Version and that it would be remedied in version 6.1.1. I
Which previous posts said this? Can you provide any link?
And which “drop-down menus” are you referring to?
If you’re referring to drop-down menus on your public (ie front-end) site, that’s 100% dependent on your theme (or plugin, if you used a plugin to create the menus)… and has nothing to do with WordPress. That’s why I’m curious which “previous posts” said such a problem will be fixed in WordPress 6.1.1.
If you’re referring to something else, please clarify which “drop-down” menus you’re referring to. A screenshot would be great as well. https://snipboard.io/
Standing by.
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ebwsc
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Thanks, accidently deleted my existing menu (which had the drop down menus) which is why you don’t see it. Trying to create a new menu. Not able to add any items to the menu. I can execute all the step in the Appearances:Menus, but no changes show up on the screen. I use the Primo WP Theme, if that is relevant. Not a frequent WP user, but was always able to edit and create menus apriori.
Hi, @ebwsc
There may be a compatibility issue between the Primo WP Theme and how you are attempting to create a new menu. To resolve this, we recommend contacting the theme developer for support or searching for a tutorial or guide specifically for creating menus with the Primo theme. Additionally, you should check for any theme and plugin conflicts, as these can cause menu issues. To ensure optimal performance, make sure you are using the latest version of WordPress and your theme, and deactivate any plugins that you are not using.
Thank you.
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ebwsc
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Realized that I didn’t answer all @gappiah questions. I am using the WordPress Appearances:Menu function to create the menu. I have been looking for the post that said the issue would be fixed in 6.1.1. unable to find it. Both of you are pointing to the theme and/or plugins, so will start there. Thank you both for the very prompt replies.
I use the Primo WP Theme, if that is relevant.
As I said earlier, the drop-down menu feature is dependent on your theme. WordPress merely allows you to create the menu structure… but its display, be it a flat vertical or horizontal menu, drop-down, fly-out, or a simple bulleted list… that’s all dependent on your theme.
It has nothing to do with a new release of WordPress.
You’re using a commercial theme, so you’ll need to use the theme’s official support channel of your theme’s vendor. Commercial products are not supported here.
Also of note: I realized your theme has been removed from the ThemeForest marketplace where it was previously sold (and where you probably purchased it from). The author’s ThemeForest profile shows no product listing at all, even though they’re supposedly an “Elite Author”. And I can’t find any current info on the theme or its author anywhere online.
So it seems you’re using an ancient and long-abandoned theme, so it should be no surprise that the drop-down menu feature may have broken. I’ll recommend you take the steps now to migrate to a modern and actively-developed theme before it’s too late… before this old theme breaks your site completely, or worse, before your site gets hacked.
Good luck!
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ebwsc
(@ebwsc)
Thank you @gappiah and @sharif200. I changed the them, and menu’s work fine. I appreciate the advice.
