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Enabling Subsections in Custom Zendesk Themes

Learn how to enable and display subsections in custom Zendesk themes, especially if customized before 2019.

How do I enable subsections in a custom Zendesk theme?

If your Zendesk theme was customized before March 29, 2019, you need to add code to enable subsections. This involves updating your theme to display subsections as desired. The standard Copenhagen theme supports subsections by default, but you can modify the code to change how subsections appear on different page templates.


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How can I add subsections to my Zendesk help center?

To add subsections to your Zendesk help center, you need to be a Guide admin. Subsections allow you to create more levels in your content hierarchy, up to six levels deep. Start by ensuring your theme supports subsections, especially if it was…

What are the limitations of subsections in Zendesk?

Zendesk allows you to create a maximum of six levels in your help center hierarchy using subsections. This includes the top-level category and up to five nested section levels. Each section can contain up to 200 subsections. However, you cannot add…

Do I need a specific Zendesk plan to use subsections?

Yes, subsections are only available on the Guide Enterprise plan. If you're on a different plan, you won't have access to this functionality. If you're interested in upgrading, the account owner can manage the subscription or contact their account…

Can I manually arrange articles within a section in Zendesk?

Yes, you can manually arrange articles within a section in Zendesk. To do this, go to the Guide Admin, select the section, and choose the option to manually order articles. If you don't see the list of articles to rearrange, ensure you have the…

Is it possible to have more than five levels of sections in Zendesk?

Currently, Zendesk supports a maximum of six levels in the help center hierarchy, including the top-level category. This means you can have up to five nested section levels. If you need more levels, consider providing feedback to Zendesk or…

Can subsections be displayed in navigational side menus in Zendesk?

Subsections can be displayed in navigational side menus, but this depends on your theme's configuration. If subsections aren't showing, you may need to adjust your theme's code or CSS to include them in the sidebar. Customizing the display can help…

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