Visual Customization

This guide covers how to customize your AI assistant’s appearance to match your brand and create the perfect user experience.

Brand Customization

Colors and Theme

  1. Primary Colors
    • Choose colors that match your brand
    • Set primary, secondary, and accent colors
    • Ensure good contrast for accessibility
  2. Theme Options
    • Light theme for professional appearance
    • Dark theme for modern look
    • Auto theme that adapts to user preference

Logo and Branding

  1. Logo Upload
    • Upload your company logo
    • Choose logo placement and size
    • Ensure logo is visible and clear
  2. Brand Elements
    • Add your company name
    • Include tagline or description
    • Match your website’s design language

Chat Widget Styling

Widget Appearance

Position

  • Bottom right (default)
  • Bottom left
  • Top right
  • Top left
  • Custom positioning

Size

  • Compact mode
  • Standard size
  • Large widget
  • Custom dimensions

Animation and Behavior

  1. Entrance Animation
    • Slide in from side
    • Fade in effect
    • Bounce animation
    • Custom animations
  2. Typing Indicators
    • Enable/disable typing animation
    • Customize typing speed
    • Add typing sound effects

Conversation Styling

Message Appearance

  1. Message Bubbles
    • User message styling
    • Assistant response styling
    • Different colors for each type
    • Rounded or square corners
  2. Text Formatting
    • Font family and size
    • Text color and weight
    • Line spacing and alignment
    • Link and button styling

Interactive Elements

  1. Buttons and Cards
    • Suggested response buttons
    • Quick action buttons
    • Product cards
    • Image galleries
  2. Input Field
    • Placeholder text
    • Send button styling
    • Character limits
    • Auto-complete suggestions

Advanced Customization

CSS Customization

For advanced users, you can add custom CSS:
/* Custom chat widget styling */
.neuraltalk-widget {
  border-radius: 12px;
  box-shadow: 0 4px 12px rgba(0,0,0,0.15);
}

/* Custom message styling */
.neuraltalk-message {
  font-family: 'Your Font', sans-serif;
}

JavaScript Customization

Add custom behavior with JavaScript:
// Custom event handlers
window.addEventListener('neuraltalk:message', function(event) {
  console.log('New message:', event.detail);
});

Mobile Responsiveness

Mobile Optimization

  • Touch-friendly buttons: Ensure buttons are large enough for touch
  • Responsive design: Adapts to different screen sizes
  • Mobile-specific features: Swipe gestures, mobile keyboards
  • Performance: Optimized for mobile networks

Testing on Devices

  1. Test on Multiple Devices
    • iPhone and Android phones
    • Tablets and iPads
    • Different screen sizes
    • Various browsers
  2. User Experience Testing
    • Easy to use on mobile
    • Fast loading times
    • Clear visual hierarchy
    • Accessible design

Accessibility

WCAG Compliance

  • Color Contrast: Ensure sufficient contrast ratios
  • Keyboard Navigation: Support keyboard-only navigation
  • Screen Readers: Compatible with assistive technologies
  • Focus Indicators: Clear focus states for navigation

Inclusive Design

  • Font Sizes: Readable text sizes
  • Color Blindness: Don’t rely solely on color
  • Motor Impairments: Large touch targets
  • Cognitive Load: Clear, simple interface

Preview and Testing

Live Preview

  1. Real-time Preview
    • See changes instantly
    • Test on different devices
    • Preview with sample conversations
  2. A/B Testing
    • Test different designs
    • Compare user engagement
    • Optimize based on data

Quality Assurance

  • Cross-browser Testing: Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge
  • Device Testing: Desktop, tablet, mobile
  • Performance Testing: Load times and responsiveness
  • User Testing: Get feedback from real users

Best Practices

Design Principles

  1. Consistency
    • Match your website’s design
    • Use consistent colors and fonts
    • Maintain brand identity
  2. Simplicity
    • Clean, uncluttered interface
    • Easy to understand navigation
    • Clear call-to-action buttons
  3. Professionalism
    • High-quality visuals
    • Polished animations
    • Error-free implementation

Next Steps