Chat Generators FAQ
Questions about creating fake WhatsApp, Discord, iMessage, and other chat screenshots.
How do Mockly's chat generators work?
Mockly's chat generators create realistic screenshots of popular messaging platforms. Simply add participants, type your messages, customize timestamps and delivery status, and export high-quality images that replicate the authentic interface of each platform.
Can I customize message timestamps?
Yes! You can fully customize message timestamps to show any date and time you need. This allows you to create conversations that appear to have happened at specific times, making your mockups more realistic and contextually appropriate.
Can I show read receipts and delivery status?
For supported platforms like WhatsApp, iMessage, and Telegram, you can customize delivery status indicators including sent, delivered, and read receipts (blue ticks). This adds authenticity to your chat mockups.
Can I create group chat mockups?
Yes! Mockly supports group chat mockups for platforms that have group messaging features, including WhatsApp, Discord, Telegram, Slack, and more. You can add multiple participants with custom names and profile pictures.
Can I add profile pictures and custom names?
Absolutely! You can add profile pictures, set custom names and usernames, and for some platforms, toggle verified badges or online status indicators. This level of customization ensures your mockups look authentic.
What chat platforms are supported?
Mockly supports WhatsApp, Discord, Instagram DM, iMessage, Telegram, Slack, X (Twitter) DM, Facebook Messenger, LinkedIn, TikTok, Snapchat, Signal, LINE, WeChat, Reddit, Microsoft Teams, Bluesky, Bumble, and Tinder chats.
Can I switch between dark and light mode?
Most chat generators support both dark mode and light mode themes. You can also add device frames (iPhone, Android) to make your screenshots look like they were taken on an actual phone.
What are chat mockups useful for?
Chat mockups are great for marketing testimonials, social proof content, educational materials demonstrating communication scenarios, film and video props, UX design prototypes, training materials, and creative content for social media.
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