This selection of tutorials focuses on working with direct messages (DMs) in Slack. The tutorials include tips on how to send a direct message to someone from anywhere in Slack, how (and when) to convert direct messages into channels, and how to sort your direct messages by date.
This selection of tutorials focuses on some useful methods for organizing your channels in Slack. This includes tips on how to use stars to keep track of your favorite channels, how to configure the sidebar to show only the channels that are important to you, and how to create, archive, mute, or leave a channel.
When you first start using Slack, it can be helpful to adjust some of the default settings so that the workspace best suits your own personal needs. The tutorials below cover a few good places to start, including tips on how to display other users’ real names, how to set up notifications and reminders, and how to streamline the sidebar if you follow a lot of channels.