Chat Appearance Customization in Web Widget
What are the chat appearance customization options in Web Widget (Classic)?
Web Widget (Classic) offers limited chat appearance customization compared to the Legacy Chat widget. The theme is restricted to a simple option, and the window size is standardized. The mobile widget is available as an overlay only, and message style is limited to simple lines.
These changes aim to streamline the configuration process by removing outdated design elements. For advanced customization options, refer to the Web Widget (Classic) documentation.
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