Create a Sticky Tab Section in Elementor with Smooth Scroll Using Custom Code

If you’re looking to enhance your Elementor tab interface with a better user experience, adding a sticky tab header with smooth scrolling is a fantastic touch. This post will walk you through how to implement a sticky tab element in Elementor using a small amount of custom JavaScript and CSS.

Whether you’re building a product comparison page, FAQ section, or service details layout — this technique keeps your tabs always visible and ensures users smoothly scroll to the content they select.

What We’re Building

• A sticky tab header that stays fixed at the top as users scroll.
• Smooth scrolling to tab content when a tab is clicked.
• Fully compatible with Elementor tabs (using a custom widget class like .elementor-widget-n-tabs).

Why Sticky Tabs Improve UX

Sticky tabs help users:

• Quickly switch between sections without scrolling back to the top.
• Stay oriented on long pages.
• Enjoy a smoother, more interactive browsing experience.

This improves user engagement and reduces bounce rates—both positive signals for SEO.

💻 Code Implementation: Sticky Tabs with Smooth Scroll

✅ JavaScript for Smooth Scroll

<script>
  document.addEventListener('DOMContentLoaded', function () {
    // Get all tab buttons inside the e-n-tabs-heading
    const tabButtons = document.querySelectorAll('.e-n-tabs-heading .e-n-tab-title');

    // Attach click event to each button
    tabButtons.forEach(button => {
      button.addEventListener('click', function () {
        const target = document.getElementById('tabbed-division');
        if (target) {
          target.scrollIntoView({ behavior: 'smooth' }); // Smooth scroll to content
        }
      });
    });
  });
</script>

This script waits for the DOM to load, grabs all tab buttons inside .e-n-tabs-heading, and then attaches a smooth scroll effect that triggers when any tab is clicked.

CSS for Sticky Tab Header

<style>
.elementor-widget-n-tabs .e-n-tabs-heading {
  padding: 10px;
  position: sticky;
  top: 0;
  background: #fff;
  z-index: 10;
}
</style>

This CSS makes the tab heading sticky and ensures it always stays at the top when scrolling. Adjust top, background, and z-index as needed for your design.

How to Use in Elementor

1. Add a Tabs element (custom or nested tab structure).
2. Assign it the class: elementor-widget-n-tabs.
3. Add an ID (e.g., tabbed-division) to the tab content container where you want the scroll to land.
4. Paste the CSS into the Elementor “Custom CSS” area (available in Elementor Pro).
5. Paste the JavaScript into your site footer using a plugin like “Header Footer Code Manager” or directly via your theme.

Final Notes

This technique is ideal for:

• Service pages
• Documentation tabs
• Pricing comparison tabs
• Any long-form content with tabs

Pro Tips:

• Make sure the tab content wrapper (#tabbed-division) is positioned correctly for the scroll target.
• Adjust the top value in CSS if you have a sticky header already.
• Ensure the tab script only runs on pages where the tab widget exists.

Final Thoughts

Adding a sticky tab header with smooth scrolling in Elementor is easy and can significantly improve the user experience of your website. It’s a lightweight enhancement that brings a modern, professional feel to any tabbed content area.

Try it on your next project and give your users a better way to navigate content!