Overview
CometChatDetails is a Component that provides additional information and settings related to a specific group.
The details screen includes the following elements and functionalities:
- Group Information: It displays details about the user. This includes his/her profile picture, name, status, and other relevant information.
- Group Chat Features: It provides additional functionalities for managing the group. This includes options to add or remove participants, assign roles or permissions, and view group-related information.
- Group Actions: This offers actions related to the group, such as leaving the group, or deleting the group.

CometChatDetails component is composed of the following BaseComponents:
| Components | Description |
|---|---|
| CometChatListBase | CometChatListBase serves as a container component equipped with a title (navigationBar), search functionality (search-bar), background settings, and a container for embedding a list view. |
Usage
Integration
CometChatDetails, as a custom view controller, offers flexible integration options, allowing it to be launched directly via button clicks or any user-triggered action. Additionally, it seamlessly integrates into tab view controllers. With banned members, users gain access to a wide range of parameters and methods for effortless customization of its user interface.
The following code snippet exemplifies how you can seamlessly integrate the CometChatDetails component into your application.
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Ensure to import CometChatSDK
If you are already using a navigation controller, you can use the pushViewController function instead of presenting the view controller.
Replace “GROUP_ID” with the ID of the group you want to fetch.
Actions
Actions dictate how a component functions. They are divided into two types: Predefined and User-defined. You can override either type, allowing you to tailor the behavior of the component to fit your specific needs.1. onClose
TheonClose event is typically triggered when the close button is clicked and it carries a default action. However, with the following code snippet, you can effortlessly override this default operation.
This action does not come with any predefined behavior. However, you have the flexibility to override this event and tailor it to suit your needs using the following code snippet.
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2. SetOnError
You can customize this behavior by using the provided code snippet to override theOn Error and improve error handling.
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3. SetOnBack
Enhance your application’s functionality by leveraging theSetOnBack feature. This capability allows you to customize the behavior associated with navigating back within your app. Utilize the provided code snippet to override default behaviors and tailor the user experience according to your specific requirements.
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Filters
Filters allow you to customize the data displayed in a list within a Component. You can filter the list based on your specific criteria, allowing for a more customized. Filters can be applied using RequestBuilders of Chat SDK.CometChatDetails component does not have available filters.
Events
Events are emitted by aComponent. By using event you can extend existing functionality. Being global events, they can be applied in Multiple Locations and are capable of being Added or Removed.
Events emitted by the Join Group component is as follows.
| Event | Description |
|---|---|
| onGroupMemberLeave | This event is triggered when the group member leaves the group successfully. |
| onGroupDelete | This event is triggered when the group member deletes the group successfully. |
| onGroupMemberChangeScope | This will get triggered when the logged in user changes the scope of another group member. |
| onGroupMemberBan | This will get triggered when the logged in user bans a group member from the group. |
| onGroupMemberKick | This will get triggered when the logged in user kicks another group member from the group. |
| onGroupMemberUnban | This will get triggered when the logged in user unbans a user banned from the group. |
| onGroupMemberJoin | This will get triggered when the logged in user joins a group. |
| onGroupMemberAdd | This will get triggered when the logged in user add new members to the group. |
| onOwnershipChange | This will get triggered when the logged in user transfer the ownership of their group to some other member. |
| onGroupCreate | This will get triggered when the logged in user creates a new group. |
| onCreateGroupClick | This will get triggered when the logged in user taps on create group button. |
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Emitting Group Events
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Customization
To fit your app’s design requirements, you can customize the appearance of the Details component. We provide exposed methods that allow you to modify the experience and behavior according to your specific needs.Style
Using Style you can customize the look and feel of the component in your app, These parameters typically control elements such as the color, size, shape, and fonts used within the component.1. Details Style
You can set theDetailsStyle to the CometChatDetails Component to customize the styling.
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| Property | Description | Code |
|---|---|---|
| Background | Sets the background color | set(background: UIColor) |
| CornerRadius | Sets the corner radius | set(cornerRadius: CometChatCornerStyle) |
| BorderWidth | Sets the border width | set(borderWidth: CGFloat) |
| TitleColor | Sets the title color | set(titleColor: UIColor) |
| TitleFont | Sets the title font | set(titleFont: UIFont) |
| OnlineStatusColor | Sets online status color | set(onlineStatusColor: UIColor) |
| PrivateGroupIconBackgroundColor | Sets private group background color | set(privateGroupIconBackgroundColor: UIColor) |
| ProtectedGroupIconBackgroundColor | Sets protected group background color | set(protectedGroupIconBackgroundColor: UIColor) |
| HeaderBackground | Sets header background color | set(headerBackground: UIColor) |
| HeaderTextColor | Sets header text color | set(headerTextColor: UIColor) |
| HeaderTextFont | Sets header text font | set(headerTextFont: UIFont) |
| ListItemTitleColor | Sets list item title color | set(listItemTitleColor: UIColor) |
| ListItemTitleFont | Sets list item title font | set(listItemTitleFont: UIFont) |
| ListItemSubtitleFont | Sets list item subtitle font | set(listItemsubTitleFont: UIFont) |
2. Avatar Style
To apply customized styles to theAvatar component in the CometChatDetails Component, you can use the following code snippet. For further insights on Avatar Styles refer
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3. StatusIndicator Style
To apply customized styles to the Status Indicator component in the CometChatDetails Component, You can use the following code snippet. For further insights on Status Indicator Styles refer- Swift
4. ListItem Style
To apply customized styles to theListItemStyle component in the CometChatDetails Component, you can use the following code snippet. For further insights on ListItemStyle Styles refer

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Replace “GROUP_ID” with the ID of the group you want to fetch.
Functionality
These are a set of small functional customizations that allow you to fine-tune the overall experience of the component. With these, you can change text, set custom icons, and toggle the visibility of UI elements.- Swift
Replace “GROUP_ID” with the ID of the group you want to fetch.
| Property | Description | Code |
|---|---|---|
| Title | Custom title for the component | .set(title: String, mode: UINavigationItem.LargeTitleDisplayMode) |
| BackButtonTitle | Custom text for the back button | .set(backButtonTitle: String?) |
| SearchPlaceholderText | Custom placeholder text for search field | .set(searchPlaceholder: String) |
| ShowBackButton | Whether to hide/show the back button | .show(backButton: Bool) |
| ErrorStateText | Custom error state text | .set(errorStateText: String) |
| BackButtonIcon | Custom back button icon | .set(backButtonIcon: UIImage) |
| HideAddButton | Whether to hide the add button | .hide(addButton: Bool) |
| SearchPlaceholder | Set the placeholder for search bar | set(searchPlaceholder: String) |
| SearchIcon | Sets the icon for the search bar | set(searchIcon:UIImage) |
| SearchClearIcon | Sets the clear icon for the search bar | set(searchClearIcon:UIImage) |
| SearchBarHeight | Set the height for the search bar | set(searchBarHeight: CGFloat) |
| HideSearch | Hide / unhide the search bar as per boolean value | hide(search: Bool) |
| SelectionMode | This enables a selection, it has three modes: .single, .multiple | selectionMode(mode: SelectionMode) |
| HideSeparator | This method will hide the separator | hide(separator: Bool) |
| DisableUserPresence | This method disables user’s online/offline status | disable(userPresence: Bool) |
| UpdateUser | This method specifies the option to update user object locally | .update(user: User?) |
| UpdateGroup | This method specifies the option to update group object locally | .update(group: Group?) |
| PrivateGroupIcon | Sets the group icon for private group | set(privateGroupIcon: UIImage) |
| ProtectedGroupIcon | Sets the group icon for protected group | set(protectedGroupIcon: UIImage) |
| BackButtonTint | Sets the tint color for the back button | set(backButtonTint: UIColor) |
| BackButtonIcon | Sets the icon for the back button | set(backButtonIcon: UIImage) |
| BackButtonTitle | Sets the title for the back button | set(backButtonTitle: String) |
| BackButtonTitleFont | Sets the title font for the back button | set(backButtonTitleFont: UIFont) |
| BackButtonTitleColor | Sets the title color for the back button | set(backButtonTitleColor: UIColor) |
| Title | Sets the title for CometChatDetails | set(title: String) |
| TitleColor | Sets the title color for CometChatDetails | set(titleColor: UIColor) |
| LargeTitleColor | Sets the large title color for CometChatDetails | set(largeTitleColor: UIColor) |
| TitleFont | Sets the title font for CometChatDetails | set(titleFont: UIFont) |
| LargeTitleFont | Sets the title font for CometChatDetails | set(largeTitleFont: UIFont) |
| CloseButton | Shows close button for CometChatDetails | show(closeButton: Bool) |
| CloseButtonIcon | Shows close button icon for CometChatDetails | set(closeButtonIcon: UIImage) |
Advance
For advanced-level customization, you can set custom views to the component. This lets you tailor each aspect of the component to fit your exact needs and application aesthetics. You can create and define your views, layouts, and UI elements and then incorporate those into the component.SubtitleView
You can set your custom Subtitle view using the.setSubtitleView() method. But keep in mind, by using this you will override the default Subtitle view functionality.
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- You can customize the subtitle view for each CometChatDetails item to meet your requirements

Custom_GroupDetails_SubtitleViewa UIView file.
Custom_GroupDetails_SubtitleView
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View controller
Ensure to pass and present
CometChatDetails. If a navigation controller is already in use, utilize the pushViewController function instead of directly presenting the view controller.DetailsTemplate
TheCometChatDetailsTemplate offers a structure for organizing information in the CometChat details component. It serves as a blueprint, defining how group-related details are presented. This structure allows for customization and organization within the CometChat interface.
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Replace “GROUP_ID” with the ID of the group you want to fetch.
| Properties | Type | Description |
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| id | String | Unique identifier for the template. |
| title | String | A text to display below the template. |
| titleColor | UIColor | Defines the color for the title in the template. |
| itemSeparatorColor | UIColor | Defines the separator color for the option in the template. |
| hideItemSeparator | Bool | Used to hide the item separator in the template. |
| customView | UIView | Used to set the custom view for the template. |
| options | ((_ user: CometChat.User?, _ group: CometChat.Group?) -> [CometChatDetailsOption])? | Used to set the list of options for the template. It is a closure that returns an array of CometChatDetailsOption. |
DetailsOption
TheDetailsOption defines the structure for individual options within the CometChat details component, facilitating customization and functionality for user interactions. This defines the structure of each option for a template in the details component.
Methods
| Method | Description |
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add(option: CometChatDetailsOption, templateID: String) | Add new option in template for given templateID. |
update(oldOption: CometChatDetailsOption, newOption: CometChatDetailsOption, templateID: String) | Updates existing option with new option in template for given templateID. |
remove(option: CometChatDetailsOption, templateID: String) | Removes option in template for given templateID. |
Properties
| Properties | Type | Description |
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| id | String | Unique identifier for the option. |
| title | String | A text to display below the icon. |
| icon | UIImage | A image to display for the option. |
| titleColor | UIColor | Defines the color for the title. |
| titleFont | UIFont | Defines the font for the title. |
| iconTint | UIColor | Defines the color for the icon. |
| height | CGFloat | Defines the height for the option. |
| customView | UIView | Defines the custom view for the option. |
| onClick | ((_ user: User?, _ group: Group?, _ section: Int, _ option: CometChatDetailsOption, _ controller: UIViewController?) -> ())? | The action to perform when user clicks on the option. |
Configurations
Configurations offer the ability to customize the properties of each component within a Composite Component. CometChatDetails hasAdd Members, Banned Members, Transfer Ownership and Group Members component. Hence, each of these components will have its individual `Configuration“.
Configurationsexpose properties that are available in its individual components.
Group Members
You can customize the properties of the Group Members component by making use of thegroupMembersConfiguration. You can accomplish this by employing the groupMembersConfiguration as demonstrated below:
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GroupMembersConfiguration can be found under Group Members. Properties marked with the symbol are not accessible within the Configuration Object.
Example
Let’s say you want to change the style of the Group Member subcomponent and, in addition, you only want to hide separator and show back button.
You can modify the style using the groupMembersStyle property, hide the separator using hideSeparator property and show back button using .show(backButton: bool) property.
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Replace “GROUP_ID” with the ID of the group you want to fetch.
Add Members
You can customize the properties of the Add Members component by making use of theAddMembersConfiguration. You can accomplish this by employing the addMembersConfiguration as demonstrated below:
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AddMembersConfiguration can be found under Add Members. Properties marked with the symbol are not accessible within the Configuration Object.
Example
Let’s say you want to change the style of the Add Members subcomponent and, in addition, you only want to show the back button.
You can modify the style using the ListItemStyle property and AvatarStyle property

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Replace “GROUP_ID” with the ID of the group you want to fetch.
Banned Members
You can customize the properties of the Banned Members component by making use of theBannedMembersConfiguration. You can accomplish this by employing the bannedMembersConfiguration as demonstrated below:
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BannedMembersConfiguration can be found under Banned Members. Properties marked with the symbol are not accessible within the Configuration Object.
Example
Let’s say you want to change the style of the Banned Members subcomponent and, in addition, you only want to show the back button.
You can modify the style using the ListItemStyle property and AvatarStyle property

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Replace “GROUP_ID” with the ID of the group you want to fetch.
Transfer Ownership
You can customize the properties of the Transfer Ownership component by making use of theTransferOwnershipConfiguration. You can accomplish this by employing the transferOwnershipConfiguration as demonstrated below:
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TransferOwnershipConfiguration can be found under Transfer Ownership. Properties marked with the symbol are not accessible within the Configuration Object.
Example Let’s say you want to change the style of the Transfer Ownership subcomponent and, in addition, you only want to show the back button.
You can modify the style using the ListItemStyle property and AvatarStyle property
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Replace “GROUP_ID” with the ID of the group you want to fetch.