Custom access rule for main menu item

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When adding or editing a main menu item you can choose to set up a custom access rule. This allows you to control access to a main menu item based on role, audience, or one of the preset rules.

To set up a custom access rule, follow these steps:

  1. Go to Quick-access menu > Navigation > Main menu.
  2. Click the cog icon () next to the item you wish to edit.
  3. Select Use custom access rules under Visibility.
  4. Click Save changes.
  5. Select the Access tab to define the access rule.
  6. Select whether all or any of the Restrict access criteria need to be met to view the navigation item.
  7. Fill in the criteria for the role, audience, and/or preset rule.  
  8. Click Save changes.

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