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Visual Design & Styling

Transform your chatbot's appearance to perfectly match your brand with our comprehensive visual design tools. This section covers all the visual customization options available in NeuralTalk AI.

Layout & Positioning​

Chat Window Position​

Choose where your chatbot appears on your website for optimal user engagement:

  • Bottom Right (Recommended): Standard position that doesn't interfere with content
  • Bottom Left: Alternative positioning for specific layouts
  • Top Right: For header-focused designs
  • Top Left: Less common but available for unique layouts

Best Practice: Bottom-right positioning typically provides the best user experience and highest engagement rates.

Window Size Options​

Select the perfect size for your chatbot window:

  • Small: Compact design for minimal screen real estate usage
  • Medium: Balanced size suitable for most websites (Recommended)
  • Large: Expanded view for content-rich conversations

Border Radius Customization​

Fine-tune the roundness of your chatbot interface:

  • Range: 0px (sharp corners) to 20px (very rounded)
  • Adjust with precision using our slider control
  • Real-time preview of changes
  • Matches modern design trends with customizable corner styles

Color Schemes & Branding​

Header Design​

Customize your chatbot's header to match your brand:

Header Background Color​

  • Full color picker with hex code support
  • Preset color recommendations
  • Real-time preview updates
  • Brand consistency tools

Header Text Color​

  • Contrasting color selection for readability
  • Accessibility-compliant color combinations
  • Custom hex color input
  • Preview with actual header content

Avatar Display Options​

  • Toggle bot avatar visibility on/off
  • Maintains brand focus when disabled
  • Professional appearance control

Chat Window Colors​

Background Color​

Set the overall chat window background:

  • Clean, neutral backgrounds recommended
  • Brand color integration options
  • High contrast for better readability
  • Mobile-optimized color choices

Message Bubble Colors​

User Message Bubbles:

  • Typically your brand's primary color
  • Distinguishes user messages clearly
  • Consistent with brand identity
  • Optimized for text readability

Bot Message Bubbles:

  • Usually neutral or secondary brand colors
  • Creates clear conversation flow
  • Professional appearance
  • Easy-to-read text contrast

Typography Control​

Font Family Selection​

Choose from carefully curated font options:

  • Inter: Modern, clean, and highly readable (Recommended)
  • Arial: Classic, universal compatibility
  • Roboto: Google's material design font
  • Open Sans: Friendly and approachable
  • Montserrat: Elegant and professional
  • Lato: Humanist design with warmth
  • Poppins: Geometric, modern feel
  • System Default: Uses visitor's system font

Font Size Control​

Adjust text size for optimal readability:

  • Range: 12px to 18px
  • Precision slider control
  • Real-time preview
  • Accessibility considerations
  • Mobile optimization

Recommendations:

  • 14px: Standard size for most use cases
  • 16px: Better for accessibility and older users
  • 12px: Compact design when space is limited

Input Area Customization​

Input Field Styling​

Background Color​

  • Clean, neutral backgrounds work best
  • Should contrast with window background
  • Brand consistency while maintaining usability

Text Color​

  • High contrast for readability
  • Dark text on light backgrounds recommended
  • Accessibility compliance

Border Color​

  • Subtle borders for clean appearance
  • Can match brand colors
  • Focus states for better UX

Placeholder Text​

Customize the input field placeholder:

  • Default: "Type your message..."
  • Can reflect your brand voice
  • Brief and instructive
  • Multiple language support

Send Button Design​

Color Customization​

Primary Button Color​

  • Usually matches your brand's primary color
  • Should stand out from the interface
  • Encourages user interaction

Hover Color​

  • Slightly darker or lighter than primary
  • Provides interactive feedback
  • Enhances user experience

Disabled State Color​

  • Neutral gray when button is inactive
  • Clear visual feedback
  • Professional appearance

Advanced Styling Features​

Preset Color Schemes​

Quick setup with recommended color combinations:

  • Blue Theme: Professional and trustworthy
  • Green Theme: Friendly and approachable
  • Red Theme: Bold and attention-grabbing
  • Purple Theme: Creative and modern
  • Dark Theme: Sophisticated and modern
  • Light Theme: Clean and minimalist

Color Accessibility​

  • Automatic contrast checking
  • WCAG compliance indicators
  • Accessibility warnings for poor color combinations
  • Colorblind-friendly recommendations

Real-Time Preview​

  • Instant visual feedback as you make changes
  • Interactive preview environment
  • Test conversations while designing
  • Mobile and desktop preview modes

Best Practices for Visual Design​

Color Guidelines​

  1. Brand Consistency: Use colors from your existing brand palette
  2. Contrast: Ensure sufficient contrast between text and backgrounds
  3. Accessibility: Consider colorblind users and low vision accessibility
  4. Emotional Impact: Choose colors that match your intended tone

Typography Best Practices​

  1. Readability: Prioritize legibility over stylistic choices
  2. Consistency: Use the same font family throughout
  3. Size Appropriateness: Consider your audience's needs
  4. Performance: Web-safe fonts load faster

Layout Considerations​

  1. Screen Real Estate: Don't make the chatbot too large
  2. Mobile First: Ensure it works well on small screens
  3. User Workflow: Position where it doesn't interfere with key actions
  4. Brand Placement: Consistent with your overall site design

Testing Your Design​

  1. Cross-Device Testing: Test on various screen sizes
  2. Browser Compatibility: Check across different browsers
  3. User Feedback: Gather input from real users
  4. Performance: Monitor loading times and responsiveness

Common Design Patterns​

Professional & Corporate​

  • Neutral colors (blues, grays)
  • Clean, minimal design
  • Standard positioning
  • Conservative border radius

Creative & Modern​

  • Bold brand colors
  • Higher border radius for rounded appearance
  • Unique positioning
  • Custom fonts

E-commerce Focused​

  • Brand-aligned colors
  • Prominent send button
  • Clear call-to-action styling
  • Trust-building design elements

Next Steps: Once you've customized your visual design, move on to configuring your chatbot's behavior and conversation settings to complete your chatbot setup.