# Announcement bar

'Announcement bar' is a versatile tool that enables you to share vital messages with your website's visitors efficiently. Use it to advertise sales, new product launches, or free shipping offers.

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## **Key components**

* **Layout:** Choose between a slider or marquee layout, providing flexibility in how your announcements are displayed.
* **Background:** Personalize the appearance of your announcement bar with customizable background and text colors to match your brand's aesthetic.
* **Text:** Easily create text-based announcements with rich formatting options, allowing you to highlight key information and calls to action.

## Configuring your section: Settings overview

* **Mobile optimization:** Optimize your announcements for mobile devices, delivering a consistent and engaging user experience across all platforms.
* **Header:** Seamlessly integrate the announcement bar into your website's header, ensuring maximum visibility and accessibility for your visitors.
* **Targeted deployment:** Apply targeting settings to custom code blocks, allowing you to control where and how your custom content is displayed.
* **Advanced customization:** For users with coding expertise, leverage the custom code block to integrate advanced functionality or design elements seamlessly.