Send a New Direct Message

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Create a direct message to chat one-on-one with a team member or an external user.

On Mobile (iOS & Android)

  1. Navigate to the home screen.

  2. Tap the "+ New" button on the bottom right.

  1. Tap "Direct Message".

  1. Select the person you want to chat with from your contacts list.

Note: 

  • Your contacts list includes all workspace members and external users you have previously messaged. 

  • To start a conversation with a new external user, please see the "Chat with an External User" guide.

On Desktop (Windows, macOS, & Web App)

  1. Click "Chats" in the left menu.

  2. Click "+ New" at the top of your chats list. 

  1. Click "Direct Message".

  1. Select the person you want to chat with from your contacts list.

Note: 

  • Your contacts list includes all workspace members and external users you have previously messaged. 

  • To start a conversation with a new external user, please see the "Chat with and External User" guide.