> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.proddyai.app/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Chats

> Chats is the primary communication space where team members can exchange messages, share updates, and collaborate in real time. It supports direct messages, threads, mentions, attachments, and quick actions like creating calendar events, enabling smooth and efficient team communication.

## **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.

## **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.

## **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.

## **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.

## **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.

## **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:

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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.