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Sending a Message in Chat

To send a message:
  1. Go to the general channel from the left sidebar.
  2. Ensure the Chat tab is selected in the top bar.
  3. Click on the message input field at the bottom where it says “Ask a question about your workspace…”.
  4. Type your message.
  5. Press Enter or click the Send button.
Your message will appear instantly in the chat.

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Replying to a Message in a Thread

To reply to a message in a thread:
  1. Hover over the message you want to reply to.
  2. Click on the Reply or Thread option (if visible).
  3. Type your reply in the thread input box.
  4. Press Enter to send the reply.
Thread replies help keep conversations organised.

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Mentioning a User in Chat

To mention a user:
  1. Click on the message input field.
  2. Type @ followed by the user’s name.
  3. Select the user from the list.
  4. Type your message and send it.
Mentioned users receive a notification.

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Adding a Message to Tasks or Calendar

To convert a message into an action:
  1. Hover over the message you want to convert.
  2. Right-click on the message or click the message options menu.
  3. Select the option to:
    • Add to Tasks, or
    • Add to Calendar
  4. Confirm the action if prompted.
This links communication directly to execution.

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Searching Messages in Chat

To search messages:
  1. Click on the Search bar at the top of the workspace.
  2. Enter keywords related to the message you’re looking for.
  3. Review the search results and click on a message to view it in context.

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Pinning or Highlighting Important Messages

To highlight important messages (if available):
  1. Hover over the message you want to highlight.
  2. Click on the message options menu.
  3. Select Pin or equivalent option.
Pinned messages remain easily accessible.

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Creating a Calendar Event from Chat

To add an event to the calendar from chat:
  1. Open a channel and navigate to the Chat tab.
  2. Click on the Calendar  icon in the message input toolbar at the bottom.
  3. The Add Calendar Event dialog box will appear.
  4. Select a date using one of the available options:
    • Today
    • Tomorrow
    • Next week
    • Custom (to choose a specific date)
  5. (Optional) Set a time for the event.
  6. Review the event details.
  7. Click on Add to Calendar to confirm.