[Feature]: Ability to set a fixed position for container or element

[patrickmast]

Is there an existing issue for this?

• [X] I have searched the existing issues

Summary

The ability to set a fixed position for a container or element on an Appsmith app would allow developers to create more complex and visually appealing designs, improve the user experience, and increase accessibility.

This feature would be useful for a variety of use cases, such as creating navigation bars, social media sidebars, chat boxes, and banners or notifications that are always visible, even when the user scrolls down the page.

Why should this be worked on?

The ability to set a fixed position for a container or element on an Appsmith app would be a valuable feature for a number of reasons.

• Improved user experience: Fixed elements can be used to create navigation bars, social media sidebars, and other UI elements that stay visible even when the user scrolls down the page. This can make it easier for users to navigate and find the information they need.
• More design flexibility: Fixed elements can be used to create more complex and visually appealing designs for Appsmith apps. For example, a developer could use a fixed element to create a background image that scrolls with the user, or to create a floating button that always stays in the same place on the screen.
• Increased accessibility: Fixed elements can be used to improve the accessibility of Appsmith apps for users with disabilities. For example, a developer could use a fixed element to create a navigation bar that is always visible, even for users who are using screen readers.

Here are some specific examples of how fixed elements could be used in Appsmith apps:

• A navigation bar that stays at the top of the screen, even when the user scrolls down the page.
• A social media sidebar that follows the user as they scroll down the page.
• A chat box that is always visible.
• A back-to-top button that is always visible.
• A progress bar that shows the user's progress through a long page.
• A floating button that allows the user to quickly access a common feature.
• A banner or notification that is always visible, even when the user scrolls down the page.

Overall, the ability to set a fixed position for a container or element would be a valuable feature for Appsmith apps, as it would improve the user experience, increase design flexibility, and improve accessibility.

[Nikhil-Nandagopal]

@patrickmast Thank you for raising this feature request. We'll take this into consideraton

[ame-appsmith]

Another user requested this feature to build a fixed footer.

[patrickmast]

Hello. Any news on this? Thanks!