To begin with, log into your CRM dashboard. Navigate to the "Reputation" section and then click on the "Widgets" tab. Click on the "Create New Widget" button, or you can choose from an existing template in the templates tab to get started.
In the "Layout" tab, you'll see several options to customize the basic structure of your review widget:
Widget Type: Choose among List, Masonry,carousel, Grid, or Legacy options.
Review Source: Select where your reviews will come from—Google My Business, Facebook, etc.
Max Reviews: Define how many reviews you wish to display.
Powered By Section: An optional section that can be enabled or disabled. It displays the name of CoachWorks Marketing platform.
Minimum Rating:This allows you to curate and display the most positive and impactful reviews according to your preferences.This way you can highlight feedback with a minimum rating of your choice, ensuring your best reviews are prominently showcased.
The "Content" tab allows you to modify the text aspects of your widget:
Widget Title and Description: Modify these to align with your brand messaging.
Header Section: Choose to display elements like overall rating, review count, and the "Write a Review" button.
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The "Appearance" tab gives you complete control over the look and feel of your widget:
Themes: Choose between Light, Dark, or Custom themes.
Component Colors: Fine-tune individual elements like headings, star ratings, and borders to align with your brand colors.
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The "Settings" tab provides advanced customization options:
Review Elements: Opt to display or hide elements like review date and reviewer icon.
Exclude Empty Reviews: Skip reviews that contain no descriptive text.
To integrate the review widget into your website, simply generate the necessary embed code. Once generated, you'll need to insert this code into your website's HTML where you'd like the widget to appear.
You also have the option to quickly copy the code by clicking on the "Copy Code" icon located at the upper right corner of the widget interface.
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After completing the customization, give your widget a meaningful name and save it. You can choose to make it live immediately or save it for later use. CoachWorks Marketing platform also allows you to manage multiple widgets.