Progressive Web App

From xat wiki

xat's progressive web app (PWA) is a cross-platform application that can be used on both mobile and desktop devices. This allows you to run the latest new xat chat mobile version like a native app, which you would usually download from an app store.

iOS installation instructions

An installation on iOS devices can be done via browser options.

  1. Open a xat group on Safari.
  2. Click on the Action/Share button.
  3. Tap “Add to home screen” and confirm the installation.
  4. A “xat” app will be added to the app menu of your phone.

Android installation instructions

Simple installation

  1. Open a xat group on Chrome.
  2. Click on “Login” or the three dotted icon in the top right menu.
  3. Click the “Install..” button and confirm the installation.
  4. A “xat” app will be added to the app menu of your phone.

If the browser that you are using does not have an install button, follow the browser options instructions below.

Browser options installation

  1. Open a xat group with your preferred browser.
  2. Click on the icon to open the options of the browser.
  3. Tap “Add to home screen” and confirm the installation.
  4. A “xat” app will be added to the app menu of your phone.

Desktop installation instructions

  1. Open a xat group on Chrome.
  2. At the top right of the address bar, click Install (+).
  3. Follow the onscreen instructions to install the PWA.
  4. A “xat” app will be added to your desktop screen.