Can You Freeze a Section at the Top of a SharePoint Page?
Question details
Users want to know if it is possible to keep an image or specific page section fixed at the top of a SharePoint page while scrolling down.
- Product
- SharePoint Online
- Device & OS
- not provided
- Scenario
- Designing a SharePoint modern page where headers, images, or important navigation sections need to remain visible during scrolling.
- Observed behavior
- SharePoint Online does not currently provide a native, built-in option to freeze, lock, or make a page section sticky.
Verify that you have 'Edit' permissions for the SharePoint site, as you will need access to page editing tools to explore available layout options and alternative header settings.
Acknowledge the Native Limitation and Submit Feedback
Understand that SharePoint natively lacks a freeze section feature for pages, and use the official Microsoft feedback channel to request it.
Currently, Microsoft SharePoint Online does not offer a built-in feature to freeze or lock specific web parts, images, or sections on modern pages. When a user scrolls down, all content moves natively. Microsoft relies heavily on user requests to prioritize new features in future release waves.
Open your web browser and go to the official Microsoft SharePoint Feedback portal.
Use the search bar to look for keywords like 'freeze section', 'sticky web part', or 'lock page section'.
If you find a similar request, click the vote button to increase its visibility. If not, click 'Send feedback' to submit a new feature request describing your business need.
Workaround: Utilize the Site Header for Static Elements
While page sections cannot be frozen, you can configure the site header to keep global branding and navigation visible.
Workaround: Develop a Custom SPFx Web Part
For organizations with development resources, custom web parts can be built to include sticky behaviors.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I freeze columns or rows in a SharePoint list?
Yes. While you cannot freeze page sections, SharePoint lists do allow you to freeze columns. Microsoft recently rolled out updates that keep the first column sticky when horizontally scrolling through wide lists.
Will Microsoft add a freeze section feature to SharePoint pages in the future?
Microsoft continuously updates SharePoint based on community feedback. While there is no official timeline for a sticky section feature, highly voted ideas on the SharePoint Feedback portal are frequently evaluated for the Microsoft 365 roadmap.
Are there third-party tools to add sticky headers or sections?
Yes. Many third-party intranet-in-a-box solutions and premium web parts available in the SharePoint app store offer advanced page formatting options, including sticky elements and enhanced navigation bars.
