Customizing UI
Advanced guide to customizing your widget’s appearance and user interface
Overview
Customizing your widget’s UI allows you to create a seamless brand experience that matches your website’s design and enhances user engagement. This guide covers advanced customization techniques including color schemes, typography, layout options, and responsive design considerations.
Key Customization Areas
Color Schemes
Create cohesive color palettes that match your brand identity
Typography
Customize fonts, sizes, and text styling for better readability
Layout Options
Adjust positioning, sizing, and arrangement of widget elements
Interactive Elements
Customize buttons, hover effects, and interactive components
Getting Started
Access UI Settings
Navigate to the configuration section and locate the design customization options
Choose Color Palette
Select primary and secondary colors that complement your website design
Customize Typography
Adjust font styles, sizes, and spacing for optimal readability
Preview Changes
Use the live preview to see how your customizations look in real-time
Video Tutorial
Color Customization
Primary Color Selection
- Brand Alignment: Choose your main brand color for primary elements
- Accessibility: Ensure sufficient contrast for readability
- Psychology: Consider the emotional impact of your color choice
- Consistency: Match colors used across your website and marketing materials
Secondary Color Options
- Complementary Colors: Select colors that work well with your primary color
- Accent Elements: Use secondary colors for highlights and secondary actions
- Visual Hierarchy: Create clear distinction between different UI elements
- Brand Guidelines: Follow your established brand color palette
Color Application Areas
- Chat Bubbles: Customize user and AI message bubble colors
- Buttons: Style primary and secondary action buttons
- Background: Set widget background and container colors
- Text: Ensure text colors provide adequate contrast
Start with Brand Colors: Begin customization by applying your brand’s primary and secondary colors
Advanced Customization
Custom CSS
Add custom CSS for advanced styling and layout control
Theme Templates
Use pre-designed themes as starting points for customization
Animation Libraries
Integrate animation libraries for enhanced interactions
Icon Customization
Replace default icons with custom brand-appropriate icons
FAQ
Can I use custom fonts in my widget?
Can I use custom fonts in my widget?
Yes! You can specify custom fonts, but ensure they’re web-safe and properly loaded to avoid display issues.
How do I ensure my widget looks good on mobile?
How do I ensure my widget looks good on mobile?
Test your customizations on various mobile devices and use responsive design principles to ensure optimal display across all screen sizes.
Can I add custom animations to my widget?
Can I add custom animations to my widget?
Yes! You can add custom CSS animations and transitions to enhance the user experience and make your widget more engaging.
What's the best way to choose colors for my widget?
What's the best way to choose colors for my widget?
Start with your brand colors and ensure they provide sufficient contrast for accessibility. Consider the emotional impact and consistency with your website design.
How do I make my widget accessible?
How do I make my widget accessible?
Ensure sufficient color contrast, support keyboard navigation, provide clear focus indicators, and test with screen reading software.
Can I preview my customizations before deploying?
Can I preview my customizations before deploying?
Yes! Use the live preview feature to see how your customizations look in real-time before making them live.
Brand Consistency: Ensure all customizations align with your brand guidelines and website design