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Modern apps provide left navigation, but see standard navigation on the top. Is it possible to have custom top navigation bar in Modern Apps

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If you're referring to model-driven apps instead of modern apps, the customization options for the top navigation bar may vary depending on the platform and framework you are using.

In the context of Microsoft Power Apps model-driven apps, the top navigation bar is a standard component that provides navigation and access to different areas and features of the app. While you may not have full control over customizing the top navigation bar, you can still make some modifications and additions to enhance the user experience.

Here are a few ways you can customize the top navigation bar in model-driven apps:

Site Map Configuration: In Power Apps, model-driven apps are built on top of a site map that defines the navigation structure. You can customize the site map to add or remove entities, modules, and subareas in the top navigation bar. This allows you to tailor the navigation options based on your app's specific needs.
App Designer: The App Designer in Power Apps provides a visual interface to customize the layout and components of your model-driven app. While it may not offer extensive options for customizing the top navigation bar, you can rearrange the order of items, change labels, and manage subareas to some extent.
Ribbon Workbench: The Ribbon Workbench is a tool that allows for advanced customization of the ribbon, which includes the top navigation bar, in model-driven apps. With the Ribbon Workbench, you can add custom buttons, modify existing buttons, create new tabs, and define custom rules and actions. This enables you to extend the functionality and appearance of the top navigation bar.

It's important to note that the level of customization available for the top navigation bar in model-driven apps is limited by the platform's design and architecture. Microsoft Power Apps provides a framework that ensures consistency and usability across apps built on the platform. Therefore, extensive modifications to the top navigation bar may not be possible without resorting to unsupported customization techniques.

In summary, while you can make certain customizations to the top navigation bar in model-driven apps, the options available may depend on the platform and tools provided by the framework. Microsoft Power Apps offers some flexibility to tailor the navigation experience, primarily through site map configuration, App Designer, and advanced customization using the Ribbon Workbench.