Mastering the GoHighLevel Builder Sidebar
The revamped sidebar in the GoHighLevel funnel and website builders gives you a streamlined way to manage funnels, pages, and settings in one place. If you are used to tools like ClickUp or other project platforms, this guided layout will feel familiar while remaining tailored to the specific features inside GoHighLevel.
This how-to article explains every section of the new sidebar, what each icon does, and how you can work faster inside the builder while keeping full control over your funnel or website project.
Overview of the New GoHighLevel Sidebar
The new funnel and website builder sidebar in GoHighLevel appears as a compact strip of icons on the left side of your editor. Each icon opens a panel that controls a major part of your funnel or site, such as page settings, popups, and navigation.
The sidebar is divided into multiple core areas:
- Header and general settings
- Layouts and navigation
- Page management tools
- Responsive preview and sharing tools
Understanding these areas will help you move quickly between design, configuration, and testing stages without leaving the GoHighLevel editor.
Header Area in the GoHighLevel Sidebar
At the very top of the sidebar you will see controls related to the current funnel or website environment.
Back Button
The back button returns you from the builder view to the main Funnels or Websites list in GoHighLevel. Use this when you are done editing and want to switch to another project or funnel.
Breadcrumb Navigation
Next to the back button, breadcrumb navigation shows your current location, such as the funnel name and the specific page or step you are editing. Clicking parts of this breadcrumb can help you move to other parts of your GoHighLevel project.
More Options (Three Dots)
The three-dot icon in the header opens additional options depending on whether you are in a funnel or website project. For funnels, it may provide quick access to funnel-level settings and tools that are not directly on the canvas.
Settings Gear Icon
The gear icon opens the primary settings panel for the funnel or website. Here you can adjust:
- Domain or path configuration (where applicable)
- SEO options for the overall funnel or site
- Tracking, scripts, and other general properties
This is the place to manage overall technical settings in GoHighLevel without affecting the specific layout of a single page.
Layouts Panel in GoHighLevel Funnel and Website Editor
The layouts panel lets you control the structure and navigation of your project. It includes three main subsections: layouts, navigation, and popups.
Layouts Tab
The layouts tab shows reusable layouts that can be assigned to multiple pages within your funnel or website. Layouts help you keep consistent headers, footers, or sections across many pages, making it easier to maintain design consistency in GoHighLevel.
Use the layouts tab to:
- View existing layouts
- Edit shared header or footer sections
- Assign layouts to pages for consistent branding
Navigation Tab
The navigation tab is focused on the menu structure of your website or the internal navigation within your funnel. Here you can:
- Review navigation items
- Organize links to important pages
- Ensure your users can move between key steps smoothly
For websites in GoHighLevel, this is essential for building a clear menu structure across the entire site.
Popups Tab
The popups tab lists the popups available in the current funnel or website project. From here you can create, edit, or manage popups that appear based on visitor behavior such as:
- On-page load
- On exit intent
- After a delay or scroll depth
Using the popups tab, you can keep all your conversion-focused popups organized in one dedicated section of the GoHighLevel builder.
Managing Pages in the GoHighLevel Builder
The pages panel in the sidebar is where you control the individual pages or steps of your funnel and website.
Pages Tab
The pages tab displays a list of all pages in your current project. From this panel you can:
- Select which page to edit
- Add new pages or steps
- Rename existing pages to keep your funnel organized
This makes it easy to switch between pages without leaving the builder canvas in GoHighLevel.
Step Navigation (For Funnels)
In funnel projects, each page is often part of a step in a wider sequence. The pages tab allows you to move between these steps and ensure the user journey is correctly aligned from opt-in through confirmation or purchase.
Additional GoHighLevel Sidebar Tools
Beyond layouts and pages, the sidebar includes practical tools to help you share, preview, and test your funnel or website.
Share Button
The share button provides quick options to access links you can send to clients, team members, or testers. Depending on your GoHighLevel configuration, you can copy links or sharing URLs from this panel.
Desktop Preview Button
The desktop preview button switches the builder into a desktop view. Use it to see exactly how your funnel or page will look on larger screens. This helps you adjust spacing, alignment, and typography for desktop visitors.
Mobile Preview Button
The mobile preview button is crucial for optimizing pages for phone users. It gives you a viewport sized for mobile devices so you can:
- Check whether sections stack correctly
- Verify font sizes remain readable
- Ensure buttons and forms are easy to tap
Testing both previews is a best practice whenever you publish assets built in GoHighLevel.
Step-by-Step: Using the GoHighLevel Sidebar Efficiently
Follow this quick workflow to get the most from the revamped funnel and website builder sidebar.
- Open your funnel or website from the main GoHighLevel dashboard.
- Use the header area to confirm you are editing the correct funnel or site via the breadcrumb trail.
- Click the gear icon to review global settings like domain, SEO metadata, and tracking scripts.
- Open the layouts panel to assign or adjust shared layouts, navigation, and popups.
- Switch to the pages tab to choose which page or step to design and customize.
- Fine-tune the design on the canvas, then use the desktop and mobile preview buttons to test responsiveness.
- Use the share button to copy the relevant link and send it to stakeholders or testers.
- Return to the main list with the back button when you are finished editing.
Best Practices for Working in GoHighLevel
To keep your funnels and websites organized and easy to manage, use the following tips as you work inside the builder sidebar:
- Name layouts and popups clearly so you can find them quickly.
- Group related pages and steps logically in the pages tab.
- Always check both desktop and mobile previews before publishing.
- Use global settings for tracking and SEO instead of repeating scripts on each page.
If you want additional strategic guidance on building high-converting funnels with this platform, you can explore resources from experienced consultants at Consultevo.
Where to Learn More About the GoHighLevel Sidebar
The revamped sidebar is an evolving feature, and the official documentation from the platform provides the latest screenshots and examples. To dive deeper into each icon and option, review the official guide here: Using the New Revamped Sidebar in Funnel & Website Builders.
By understanding how every part of the sidebar works, you can build, manage, and optimize funnels and websites more efficiently within GoHighLevel, while keeping your projects organized and ready to scale.
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