Dropdowns create navigational drop-down menus, while index pages display content from multiple pages in a unique layout. Here's what you need to know about each:

Dropdowns

• Create drop-down menus in your navigation
• Available in all templates
• Help organize related pages
• Minimize navigation menu links
• Don't create new pages
• Style and functionality varies by template

Index Pages

• Create unique landing pages that collect content from multiple pages
• Available in select templates
• Display content in grids, stacked sections, or slideshows
• Ideal for portfolios, galleries, or content collections
• Can serve as homepage
• May include navigation drop-down menus

Important Limitations

• Can't nest index pages within dropdowns
• Can't nest dropdowns within index pages
• Can't nest index pages within index pages
• Can't nest dropdowns within dropdowns
• Template changes may convert index pages to dropdowns and vice versa

Best Practices

• Use dropdowns for organizing navigation menus
• Use index pages for content overview and presentation
• Test both options to determine the best fit for your site
• Consider your template's specific features and limitations

Choose dropdowns for simple navigation organization and index pages for creating engaging content collections that serve as dedicated landing pages.

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