# Toggling Public Text Chat Visibility

1. **Locating the Public Text Chat Button:**
   * The Public Text Chat button is represented by a bubble with dots symbol and is located on the top left between the Public Voice Chat microphone button and the Menu button.
2. **Hiding the Public Text Chat:**
   * Click or tap the green Public Text Chat button. The button will turn grey, indicating that the Public Text Chat is now hidden.
3. **Showing the Public Text Chat:**
   * Click or tap the grey Public Text Chat button. The button will turn green, indicating that the Public Text Chat is now visible again.

### **Default State:**

* **Desktop:** The Public Text Chat is on by default. The Public Text Chat button is green.
* **Mobile and Tablet:** The Public Text Chat is off by default. The text chat button is grey.

## Benefits of Hiding/Showing the Public Text Chat:

* **Customizable Interface:** Easily show or hide the Public Text Chat to customize your interface based on your preferences and needs.
* **Reduced Distractions:** Hide the Public Text Chat when you need to focus on other activities or reduce screen clutter.
* **Enhanced Focus:** Keep the Public Text Chat visible when you need to engage in written communication, ensuring you don’t miss important messages.
* **Efficient Space Management:** On mobile and tablet devices, hiding the text chat can help manage limited screen space more effectively.