New Review Widgets and AI Summary Controls

By Sparkforge Support Team ·Last reviewed May 3, 2026

Sparkforge ships two new review widget types (Floating Badge and Slider), a visual style editor, and full control over AI summary length and placement. No code required.

Review widgets in Sparkforge now include two new display types and a full visual style editor, so you can show testimonials in a way that fits your site without writing code.

Floating Badge widget

An always-visible badge that rotates through your best reviews. Good for discreet, persistent social proof.

Place it top or bottom, left or right
Set the rotation interval
Stays out of the page flow so it doesn't push content

Slider widget

A carousel that shows one review at a time. Works well in narrow areas like sidebars or hero sections.

Highlights one testimonial at a time
Custom slide interval
Fits hero sections, sidebars, or focused testimonial blocks

Configurable AI summaries inside widgets

Pick the summary length and where it appears in each review:

Short: 1-2 sentences
Detailed: 3-4 sentences
Action points: bullet format

Place the summary at the top of the review or integrated within the layout.

Templates and style customization

Start from a template or build from scratch with the visual style editor.

Swap templates without coding
Customize colors for buttons, avatars, backgrounds, and summary text
Real-time preview as you edit

How to create a widget

Go to Reputation > Widgets.
Pick a template or start from scratch.
Choose a widget type: Floating Badge or Slider.
Set rotation or slide intervals.
Choose AI summary length and placement.
Customize the style in the visual editor.
Preview, then click Publish.

FAQ

Do I need a developer to install these widgets?

No. The visual editor handles everything, and you publish directly from the widget builder.

Can I match my brand colors?

Yes. The style editor exposes color controls for buttons, avatars, backgrounds, and summary text, with a live preview.

Will widgets slow down my site?

The new widgets are optimized for faster loading and smoother performance across devices.

Frequently Asked Questions

What review widget types does Sparkforge offer?

Two new types: the Floating Badge (an always-visible rotating badge) and the Slider (a one-at-a-time carousel). Both work alongside existing widget templates.

Can I control how AI summaries appear inside a widget?

Yes. Pick Short, Detailed, or Action Points format, and choose whether the summary sits at the top of the review or integrates into the layout.

Do I need code to customize widget styles?

No. The visual style editor handles colors, fonts, and layout with a real-time preview. No CSS required.

Where do I create a new widget?

Go to Reputation > Widgets in your Sparkforge account, then pick a template or start from scratch.