Quick Answer
Use Interactive Mode and wait 5 seconds after opening your menu to capture its position, then switch to Data Mode to see the heatmap overlay.
Step-by-Step Instructions
Open your heatmap dashboard
Click "Interactive Mode" in the top navigation
Note: This temporarily hides the heatmap data points
Click to open your desktop menu
Wait 5 seconds while keeping the menu open
This pause allows the system to register the menu's position
Important: Don't click away or close the menu during this time
Switch back to "Data Mode"
The menu will automatically reopen to your captured position
Your heatmap data will display over the menu elements
Pro Tips
Use this method for analyzing dropdown menus, mega menus, and other expandable navigation
Make sure all submenu items you want to analyze are visible during the 5-second pause
The captured menu position will persist until you perform a new capture
Common Issues
If the menu position isn't saving, ensure you waited the full 5 seconds
If you don't see data, verify that your menu has received enough traffic
For complex mega menus, you may need to capture different sections separately
Need help? Contact our support team at support@heatmap.com