Question 1

How to customize the look and feel of notifications in FBNotifications?

Accepted Answer

Customization is done by extending the open notification format specification, allowing you to define custom content and styles. Refer to the format documentation in the repository for details on adding new fields or modifying layouts, but it may require digging into the spec rather than simple UI tweaks.

Question 2

FBNotifications vs OneSignal: which is better for in-app notifications?

Accepted Answer

FBNotifications excels at rich, multimedia notifications with an open format on iOS/Android, while OneSignal offers broader platform support including web and more built-in analytics. Choose FBNotifications if you need deep customization and Facebook integration; OneSignal for ease of use and cross-platform reach.

Question 3

Does FBNotifications support local notifications without push?

Accepted Answer

The framework is primarily designed for push notifications delivered via remote payloads, as shown in the setup examples. For local notifications, you might need to adapt the format or use additional libraries, as it's not the primary focus and could require workarounds.

Question 4

How to handle notification button clicks in FBNotifications?

Accepted Answer

Button interactions are managed through the framework's automatic presentation; you can define actions in the notification format and handle them in your app's code, such as in the completion handlers for iOS or intent services for Android, but specific implementation details depend on your use case.

Question 5

Is FBNotifications still actively maintained by Facebook?

Accepted Answer

Check the GitHub repository for recent commits and issues; historically it's from Facebook, but maintenance status can vary. The README doesn't guarantee ongoing updates, so verify the latest activity and community contributions before integrating to avoid dependency on stale software.

Question 6

Can I use FBNotifications without Firebase Cloud Messaging on Android?

Accepted Answer

The Android setup requires FCM for push notifications, as indicated in the listener service example. If you're not using FCM, you might need to modify the integration significantly or use alternative methods, which isn't documented and could increase complexity.

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