> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://docs.maker.co/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://docs.maker.co/maker-nav/get-started/what-is-the-overall-process-of-creating-a-nav-to-going-live-with-it.md).

# What is the overall process of creating a Nav to going live with it?

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### Click on 'Create New' to access the Smart Nav builder.

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### Now you will see the Smart Nav Builder.

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### Template & Layout- This is where you select the layout for your Smart Nav. Make sure you preview the templates for both mobile and desktop devices.

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### Menus & Sub-Menus- The next step allows you to create Menu's & Sub-Menu's for your store. Here you create all your categories and add your products.

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### Customize- Now you can select the fonts, the colors and the placements to match your store's aesthetic.

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### Add to Store- You're all set! Finish up your Nav build by validating, previewing and publishing it on your live store.

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