University of Wisconsin–Madison
The Group of Links block icon looks like two stacked links with an arrow icon to the right of each link text.

UW Group of Links

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Display a list of related links in a clean, consistent style. You can also use this block for page jumps to sections on the same page or external links to other pages and helpful resources.

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The UW Group of Links block has three different arrow styles similar to the UW Link block, making it easy to keep links consistent across your site. Links can display in one, two, or three columns, if the container is wide enough.

Circle arrow

Each link in the group includes a dark gray arrow icon inside a light gray circle, with hover animation. This is the most stylized option and works well when you want the entire set of links to stand out.

Arrow

Each link in the group includes a standalone arrow icon. This is a good choice for standard resource lists or for anchor links at the top of a page to help users quickly jump to sections on a long page. Both links and icons are blue, with hover animation.

No arrow

Links in the group have no icon, offering a cleaner, more minimal look. This option works well for anchor links, long lists, tight layouts, or when you want the group to take up less visual space. Links remain bold with hover animation, keeping them distinct without added icons.

One column

The UW Group of Links block will remain in a single column if its container is too narrow for multiple columns.

Layout with an image on the left and Group of Links block on the right.
The Group of Links block is inside a Columns block set to two columns. In this layout, the links display in a single column because there isn’t enough space for multiple columns.

Two columns – narrow

By default, the UW Group of Links block is set to display at the narrowest width and two columns. This layout works well for most situations because it keeps the block aligned within the main content area and arranges links in a compact, scannable format.

By default, the Group of Links block is set to Align: None (label 1) and 2 columns in the block settings (label 2).

Three columns – wide

When set to Wide width, the UW Group of Links block can display up to three columns. This layout is useful for larger sets of links or when you want the block to span more of the content area for a more open, spacious look.

Align properties to change the content width from none to wide are located in the toolbar that appears  when the Group of Links block is selected.
For three columns, set Align to Wide width (label 1) and Columns to 3 (label 2) in the block settings.

How to use

Insert the block

Using the Block Inserter, search for UW Group of Links and add it to your page. You can also type /uw group of links in a new paragraph block and press Enter. By default, the block includes four links arranged in a two-column layout.

Set and edit a link

  1. Select an individual link in the List View or by clicking it directly in the editor.
  2. In the block toolbar, select the Link icon.
  3. Search for and select a page, or paste/type a URL to add the link.

Add a new link

Click Add UW Link(+ icon) when the UW Group of Links block is selected to add a new link. This button appears in the lower right corner .

Alternatively, you can duplicate an existing link from the three-dot menu in the the List View.

The keyboard shortcut to duplicate block is Shift, Command/Control, and the letter D.

Remove a link

You can delete a block from the three-dot menu in either List View or the Block Toolbar.

Change arrow style and number of columns

You can change arrow styles and use the columns slider to select the number columns for your group of links in the block settings panel. This panel opens in the right sidebar when the block is selected.

Select a link style in the block settings: circle arrow, arrow, and no arrow style.

Recommendations

Look for patterns in the theme that use groups of links under the Link category as a starting point.

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When to use


  • To group related links together in a scannable, uniform style.
  • To create a table of contents or page jumps for navigating a long page.
  • To highlight related resources, documents, or tools in one place.
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When to consider something else


  • There are fewer than three links. Use the Buttons or the UW Link blocks instead.
  • You’re linking to a collection of pages or posts. Use the Query Loop block instead.
  • You need more descriptive content with each link.
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Usability and accessibility


  • Use clear, descriptive link text that tells users what to expect, and avoid vague phrases like “Click here” or “Learn more.”
  • Keep the number of links manageable so users can scan them quickly.
  • More than eight links can feel cluttered and overwhelming. Break them up into smaller groups with clear headings.
  • For page jumps, ensure that each destination section has a clear heading for both users and screen readers.