Is Shortcode in Menus compatible with Simply Static?

Shortcode in Menus

v3.5.1 Tested Sep 2026
Simply Static Compatibility
7.9 /10
Needs Configuration Simply Static Pro
Auth analysis
AJAX calls
REST API
Dynamic render
Script enqueue

Shortcode in Menus is needs configuration with Simply Static. Recommended setup: Simply Static Pro.

About this Plugin

Allows you to add shortcodes in WordPress Navigation Menus so that you can generate links dynamically. Also allows you to add full fledged HTML sections to navigation menus.

Static WordPress Challenge

Shortcode-generated menu links and HTML should be captured during export using the values available at build time. Changes or runtime-dependent shortcode output require regenerating the static site; the detected admin AJAX functionality is not needed on the public frontend.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Shortcode in Menus compatible with Simply Static?

Shortcode in Menus works with Simply Static but needs some configuration. We recommend using Simply Static Pro for the best experience.

Which Simply Static product works best with Shortcode in Menus?

Based on our analysis, Shortcode in Menus works best with Simply Static Pro. Simply Static is for basic static sites, Simply Static Pro adds support for search, forms, and multilingual sites, and Simply Static Studio adds AJAX proxy and REST API support for supported integrations.

Does Shortcode in Menus affect static build times?

Shortcode in Menus has approximately 50,000 active installs. Plugins with complex shortcodes or dynamic blocks may add minor overhead to the static generation pass.

What configuration does Shortcode in Menus need for Simply Static?

Shortcode-generated menu links and HTML should be captured during export using the values available at build time. Changes or runtime-dependent shortcode output require regenerating the static site; the detected admin AJAX functionality is not needed on the public frontend.

How often is this compatibility data updated?

All plugins are re-scanned monthly. Scans run five analysis passes including an AI classifier. The last tested date at the top of this page reflects the most recent scan.