Joomla - Show logged username in top menu

Question

How can I show the logged username in the top menu of Joomla. I have the following code but don't know where to insert it.

$user =& JFactory::getUser(); echo $user->name;

Answer 1

The login module can display a greeting. You just have to go to Extensions > Module Manager > Login whatever you have the login module display name

https://docs.joomla.org/Customising_the_Login_Form_module

Answer 2

First check which theme currently activated in your joomla project.

For eg If currently default theme "protostar" in joomla 3.x activated then

1. Go to "\\PROJECT_FOLDER\\templates\\protostar" .

2. Open index.php file.

3. Put code after <div class="body"> tag start and add your code in your desire position.

Use below code.

<?php
$user =& JFactory::getUser(); 
echo $user->name;
?>