# How do I open a Shopify Inbox chat window instead of using the default float button?

Shopify Inbox is a free messaging app built by Shopify. Use "open:Inbox" to open chat box of Shopify Inbox and hide the default float button (FAB) to save space. Use "open:InboxWithoutReplace" to open chat box of Shopify Inbox but do not hide the default float button. You will need do it your self

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