Quickly include new members in your Slack conversations by using the "Invite others" option within any chat or channel.
Here’s a simple guide to help you do it:
For Channels:
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Open Slack: Start by opening your Slack application on your desktop or mobile device.
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Select the channel: Navigate to the channel where you want to add a new person. Channels are usually listed on the left side of your Slack interface.
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Add People:
- On desktop, click on the channel name at the top of the screen to open the channel details.
- Go to "Members" tab
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Invite People:
- Look for the “Add people”option
- Click or tap on it, and a new window or screen will appear.
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Enter the Name: Type the name or email of the person you want to add. Slack will suggest names from your workspace as you type.
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Send Invitation: Once you’ve selected the person, click “Add” or to send them an invitation to join the channel.
For Direct Messages (DMs):
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Open the DM: Go to the direct message conversation where you want to add someone.
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Create a Group DM:
- On desktop, click the name(s) in the conversation header.
- Click "Add people to this conversation"
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Select the Person: Type the name of the person you’d like to add, then select them from the list and click "Next". You can then select an option to Include conversation history.
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Confirm: Click "Done" and select "Confirm" when you’re ready.
By following these steps, you can easily add someone to a Slack conversation, whether it’s a channel or a direct message.
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