Angular Material Tutorial - 10 - Navbar

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4 Mar 201903:33

Summary

TLDRThis script introduces viewers to creating a navigation bar using Angular Material's toolbar component. It explains the process of importing the necessary module, setting up the basic toolbar with branding, and transforming it into a navbar with a brand title and a set of links. The tutorial also covers the use of CSS for styling, including distributing space and adding color to achieve a visually appealing navigation bar. The video promises further exploration of Angular Material's side nav component in the next installment.

Takeaways

  • 📦 Start by importing the Material toolbar module in 'material.module.ts'.
  • 🛠️ Use 'mat-toolbar' in the component's HTML to create a toolbar element.
  • 🎨 Apply a color theme to the toolbar using the 'color' attribute with values like 'primary' or 'accent'.
  • 🔄 Convert a basic toolbar into a navigation bar (navbar) by structuring it with a brand title and a group of links.
  • 🏷️ Place the brand title on the left and navigation links on the right for a standard navbar layout.
  • 🔧 Modify the 'span' tag to a 'div' tag for the brand title and another 'div' for the links to achieve the navbar structure.
  • 🔗 Add individual 'span' tags for each link, such as 'Home', 'About', and 'Services'.
  • 🎨 Use CSS to style the navbar, setting 'justify-content' to 'space-between' for proper spacing.
  • 📏 Add 'padding-right: 1rem' to the 'span' tags for additional spacing between the links.
  • 🔄 Assign the 'navbar' class to the 'mat-toolbar' component to apply the CSS styling.
  • 🚀 Explore the 'side-nav' component in Angular Material in subsequent learning materials.

Q & A

  • What is the primary purpose of a toolbar in a web application?

    -A toolbar is typically used for branding, displaying screen titles, and providing navigation and actions related to the current screen.

  • How do you import the Material Toolbar module in Angular?

    -You import the Material Toolbar module by adding the `MatToolbarModule` to your application's module in the `imports` array within the `@NgModule` decorator in your module file (e.g., `material.module.ts`).

  • What is the basic syntax for using the `mat-toolbar` component in an Angular HTML template?

    -The basic syntax is to include the `mat-toolbar` directive on a `<div>` element in your component's HTML file, like `<mat-toolbar>...</mat-toolbar>`.

  • How can you style a toolbar to have a primary color?

    -You can use the `color` attribute on the `mat-toolbar` component and set its value to 'primary' to style the toolbar with the primary color from your theme.

  • What does it mean when the toolbar is used as a navbar?

    -When used as a navbar, the toolbar typically consists of a brand title on the left and a group of navigation links on the right, providing a standard navigation interface for the user.

  • How can you distribute space evenly between elements in a toolbar?

    -You can use CSS to add a class (e.g., `navbar`) to the toolbar with `justify-content: space-between;` to distribute space evenly between the brand title and navigation links.

  • What are some additional styling properties you might apply to a navbar in Angular Material?

    -Additional styling properties might include `padding` for spacing within elements and `margin` for spacing outside elements. These can be set within a CSS class and applied to the toolbar or its child elements.

  • What is the next component to be discussed in the video series?

    -The next component to be discussed is the side-nav component, which is used for creating a navigation panel on the side of the application.

  • Why is it important to use the correct naming conventions when importing modules in Angular?

    -Using correct naming conventions ensures that the code is clear and maintainable. In the script, 'material components' was replaced with 'material' to avoid confusion and accurately reflect the purpose of the import.

  • How does the `mat-toolbar` component contribute to creating a responsive navigation bar?

    -The `mat-toolbar` component provides a flexible container that can be styled and structured to create a responsive navigation bar. By combining it with CSS for layout and spacing, you can achieve a navigation bar that adapts well to different screen sizes and user interfaces.

  • What are the different roles a toolbar can take in an Angular Material application?

    -A toolbar can serve as a header with branding and titles, a navigation bar with links and actions, or even as a container for other UI components, depending on how it is structured and styled.

Outlines

00:00

🛠️ Introduction to Angular Material's Toolbar as Navbar

This paragraph introduces the use of Angular Material's toolbar as a navigation bar. It begins by explaining the typical functions of a toolbar, such as displaying information and actions related to the current screen, branding, and navigation. The video script focuses on the process of importing the Material toolbar module and using it to create a basic toolbar with the Material Design color scheme. The paragraph then describes the steps to transform this toolbar into a navigation bar by structuring the content with a brand title on the left and a group of links on the right. It also touches on the use of CSS to adjust the spacing and alignment to achieve the desired navbar look.

Mindmap

Keywords

💡navigation

Navigation refers to the process or concept of moving from one place to another within a digital interface, such as a website or application. In the context of this video, navigation is a key component for user experience, as it allows users to seamlessly move through different screens and access various functionalities. The main theme of the video revolves around improving navigation through the use of a navigation bar.

💡toolbar

A toolbar is a graphical control element that presents a series of options or actions to the user, typically in the form of icons or buttons. In the video, the toolbar is initially introduced as a component displaying information and actions related to the current screen, and is later transformed into a navigation bar to enhance the user's ability to navigate the application.

💡material toolbar module

The material toolbar module is a specific component from the Material Design system, which is a design language used for developing user interfaces. This module provides pre-designed toolbar elements that adhere to Material Design guidelines, making it easier for developers to create consistent and visually appealing interfaces. The script mentions importing this module to utilize its features in creating the toolbar.

💡branding

Branding refers to the process of creating a unique name and image for a product or service in the minds of consumers. In the context of the video, branding is one of the functions of the toolbar, as it helps to identify the application or website through a logo, name, or other visual elements that represent the brand identity.

💡screen titles

Screen titles are the headings or names that appear on individual screens within an application or website to indicate the content or function of that screen. In the video, screen titles are mentioned as part of the information typically displayed on a toolbar, helping users to understand the context and purpose of the current screen they are viewing.

💡actions

Actions in the context of user interfaces refer to the clickable or interactive elements that allow users to perform tasks or navigate to different parts of the application. The script discusses the toolbar's role in providing actions related to the current screen, which could include buttons for editing, deleting, or saving information.

💡navbar

A navbar, short for navigation bar, is a type of user interface element that displays a list of links to help users navigate between different pages or sections of a website or application. The video focuses on transforming a basic toolbar into a navbar, which typically includes a brand title on the left and a group of navigation links on the right.

💡color attribute

The color attribute is a property that can be applied to UI elements to define their color theme. In the video, the color attribute is used to style the toolbar with a specific color, such as 'primary', 'accent', or 'warn', to align with the application's design and branding guidelines.

💡CSS

CSS, or Cascading Style Sheets, is a stylesheet language used for describing the presentation of a document written in HTML. In the video, CSS is used to adjust the styling of the toolbar, particularly to distribute space evenly between the title and links to achieve the desired navbar look.

💡justify content

Justify content is a CSS property value that aligns flex items horizontally within their container, such as a toolbar or navbar. In the video, 'justify content: space-between' is used to ensure that there is equal space between the brand title and the set of links, which is a common design pattern for navigation bars.

💡spacing

Spacing in design refers to the strategic use of empty space to separate and organize elements within a layout. In the video, padding is used as a form of spacing to add a visual buffer between the navigation links, improving readability and user experience.

Highlights

Exploring navigation components with a focus on the toolbar as a navbar.

Importing the Material toolbar module in material.module.ts.

Renaming the 'material components' to 'material' for clarity.

Using the mat-toolbar component within the HTML file.

Adding a 'span' tag with the brand name 'code evolution'.

Applying color to the toolbar using the 'color' attribute with 'primary' value.

Transforming a basic toolbar into a navigation bar with brand title and links.

Structuring the navigation bar with a 'div' tag for the brand and another for links.

Adding three 'span' tags for 'Home', 'About', and 'Services' links.

Adjusting the appearance of the toolbar with CSS to space out the title and links.

Creating a 'navbar' class in CSS with 'justify-content' set to 'space-between'.

Adding 'padding-right' and 'ram' for spacing between 'span' tags.

Assigning the 'navbar' class to the mat-toolbar component.

Resulting in a proper nav bar with brand on the left and links on the right.

Customizing the styling of the toolbar to fit the desired look.

The importance of using the toolbar to create a nav bar in Angular Material.

Preview of the next video topic: the side nav component.

Transcripts

00:00

let's take a look at navigation

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components starting with the toolbar

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typically the toolbar displays

00:07

information and actions relating to the

00:10

current screen it's used for branding

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screen titles navigation and actions in

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this video though we will only focus on

00:20

how the toolbar can be used as a navbar

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now the first step is to import the

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material toolbar module in material dot

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module dot TS in the import statement ad

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mat toolbar module also included in the

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material components array

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now that I think of it the re name is

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slightly misleading so I'm going to

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replace material components with the

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name just material

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all right now that we have imported the

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module we can use the component in the

00:58

HTML so in AB component dot HTML the

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component is mat toolbar

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within the toolbar I'm going to add a

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span tag that says code evolution

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if you now save this and take a look at

01:17

the browser you should be able to see a

01:20

basic toolbar we can add the color to

01:23

this toolbar using the color attribute

01:26

the color attribute accepts either

01:29

primary accent or worn as its value

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let's go with primary

01:38

if you head back to the browser you

01:41

should be able to see a primary colored

01:43

toolbar in your application now let's

01:47

see how to convert this basic tool bar

01:49

into a nav bar

01:52

anavar typically consists of the brand

01:55

title on the left and a group of links

01:58

on the right Mindi convert our span tag

02:02

into a div tag

02:05

which is going to be our brand code

02:07

evolution we're also going to add

02:10

another div tag with a set of links I'm

02:13

going to add three span tags one for

02:16

home

02:18

one for about and one for services if

02:23

you save the file and take a look at the

02:25

browser you can see that it doesn't

02:27

exactly look like a navbar but all we

02:30

need is to distribute the space in the

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toolbar in between the title and the

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links so in the CSS which is AB dot

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component dot CSS I'm going to add a

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class navbar

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and specify justify content to be space

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between let me also add some spacing

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between the span tags padding right one

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ram finally add the nav bar class to the

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toolbar so in AB dot component dot HTML

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on the mat toolbar component class is

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equal to now bar now if we take a look

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at the browser you should have a proper

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nav bar brand on the left and a set of

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links on the right now the styling is

03:20

completely up to you but a toolbar is

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what you need to use to create a nav bar

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in angular material in the next video

03:29

let's take a look at the side nav

03:31

component

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