How to Use Icons in Notification Bars

This tutorial explains how to add an Icon component in TopBuddy to make your notification bar more visible and scannable.

What You Will Learn

  • How to add the Icon component.
  • How to choose an icon from the built-in icon set.
  • How to configure icon link, size, and colors.

Prerequisites

  • TopBuddy active on your WordPress site.
  • Access to a notification bar editor.

Step 1: Open the Bar Editor

Go to Settings > TopBuddy, then edit a notification bar.

Step 2: Configure the Icon Component

Select Icon in the Components area to open its settings panel.

Content Settings

  • Select Icon: choose one of Check, Megaphone, Truck, Star, or Bell.
  • Icon Link URL: optional link for the icon.
  • Open link in new tab: optional for external destinations.

Style Settings

  • Size: Small, Medium, Large, or Extra Large.
  • Icon Color and Icon Hover Color.

Step 3: Save and Test

Save your changes and view a page where the bar appears. Confirm the icon size and color match your design.

Next Steps

  • Pair icons with a short Message component for clearer announcements.
  • Use consistent icon meaning across all bars for better UX.