Chats in Tape are direct messages that happen in channels outside of records, perfect for informal, quick communication. Use them one-on-one or in groups to keep everyone in the loop.

💡 Tip: Chat channels are best for informal conversations and social interactions, like arranging lunch or planning team activities—they can get chaotic and aren’t ideal for decision-making or structured tasks. For organized communication, check out Comments, Threads & Mentions in records to keep things clear and actionable.

One-to-one messages

To send a direct message in an existing conversation:

Click the chat icon in your right sidebar.
Select an existing conversation.
Click in the "Start a new message" field at the bottom.
Type your message, attach files with the file icon or by drag & drop, and add emojis if you like.
Press "Enter" or click the paper plane icon to send.

Start a new conversation with one person:

Go to the chat icon in your right sidebar.
Click the New message button at the top right.
Search and select people to message.
Click in the "Start a new message" field at the bottom.
Type your message, attach files with the file icon or by drag & drop, and add emojis if you like.
Press "Enter" or click the paper plane icon to send.

Manage one-to-one messages:

Go to the chat icon in your right sidebar.
Select an existing conversation, or click the New message button at the top right to search for people you want to manage.
Click the i button at the top of the chat to:
- Access the profile by clicking on the picture or name.
- Click Mute direct messages or Unmute direct messages to adjust notification settings.

Group messages

Send a direct message to an existing group:

Go to the chat icon in your right sidebar.
Select an existing group conversation or click the New message button at the top right to search for a group.
Click in the "Start a new message" field.
Type your message, attach files with the file icon or drag & drop, and add emojis if desired.
Press "Enter" or click the paper plane icon to send.

Create a new group and send a message:

Go to the chat icon in your right sidebar.
Click the New message button at the top right.
Click the button again, now labeled "New group".
Add people to the new group and click Next at the bottom right.
Add a group name and a group photo by clicking the camera icon.
Click Create at the bottom right.
Click in the "Start a new message" field.
Type your message, attach files with the file icon or drag & drop, and add emojis if desired.
Press Enter or click the paper plane icon to send.

Manage groups:

Go to the chat icon in your right sidebar.
Select an existing group conversation or click the New message button at the top right to search for a group.
Click the i button at the top of the chat to:
- Add or change the group photo.
- Change the group name.
- Add a person to the group.
- Mute or unmute the group.
- Leave the group.