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Google Chat Linux is an unofficial Electron-based desktop client that brings Google Chat into a standalone application environment. Originally developed for Linux, this fork also provides Windows builds and additional desktop integration features. It allows users to access Google Chat conversations and spaces without keeping a dedicated browser tab open. Native desktop notifications can display message senders, previews, and conversation information with configurable privacy settings. Users can customize notification durations, disable message previews, and control system tray behavior. The application supports custom CSS for interface adjustments and external links that open conversations directly in the client. Additional compatibility features address Wayland rendering, desktop environments, and third-party OAuth authentication. It maintains Google Chat's existing messaging functionality.
Features
- Standalone Google Chat desktop access through an Electron-based application
- Native message notifications with sender details, configurable previews, and privacy controls
- Custom notification durations, language preferences, and notification testing options
- System tray integration with adjustable icon themes and window management behavior
- Custom CSS styling and direct conversation launching through supported gchat links
- Linux and Windows compatibility with Wayland configuration and third-party OAuth support
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