How to use "Slack" login status and status useful for communication between members

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Even in remote work, if you can grasp the work status of each member at a glance, you will be able to proceed smoothly. In Slack, you can switch between your login states and statuses to let other members know what you're working on. In this article, we will introduce the basics and applications of Slack login work.

* All explanation screens are from Windows 10.

What are the benefits of using Slack's login state and status?

One of the inconveniences of remote work is that you don't know the status of the people you work with. For example, if you send a message but don't get a response, you're wondering whether to remind or wait. Even in such a case, you should be able to feel at ease if you know the status of the other party, such as "away" or "in a meeting". In this way, if you can check the login status of each member, the exchange of work will be smoother.

To check your login status in Slack, check the circle next to your display name. If the ○ is green, it is active, and if it is not colored, it is away.

Slack also has a display "Status" that communicates the status of each member's work.

By default, there are 5 types of status candidates: "In a meeting", "On the way to work", "Sick", "On vacation", and "Working remotely". You can also create your own stats. You can make your status more specific by choosing text and emojis within 100 characters.

You can also download emojis from the emoji pack and use various emojis such as "cooking" and "video conferencing" that are useful for remote work status.

[Reference] Add custom emoji to workspace (Slack)

How do I log into Slack? Introducing how to set your login status and status

In addition to how to sign in to Slack, we will also show you how to manually change your login status and how to set your status.

First, I'll show you how to sign in to Slack on the desktop app. First, open the desktop application Slack and click "Sign in to Slack".

A web browser will open, enter your email address and click "Sign in with email".

Open the email that arrives at the address you specified to see the code. After entering the code, you are signed in. Please check the Slack official website for how to sign in for the browser version and mobile version.

[Reference] Sign in to Slack (Slack)

You can log in to Slack at the same time from multiple devices such as computers and smartphones. Information can be synchronized, so messages and tasks can be checked regardless of location, such as at work, at home, or on the go.

[Reference] How to use "Slack" and convenient functions that you can't ask now

Slack, a desktop app, has a feature that automatically launches the app when you turn on your computer. It saves you the trouble of launching the app one by one, and it is convenient to start working immediately.

For the setting procedure, launch the desktop application Slack and click "three lines (menu)" > "File" > "Preferences" > "Advanced Settings" at the top left of the screen.

Tick the box next to "Launch app at login" and you're done.

Slack automatically determines your login status, but you can also set it manually.

For the desktop app, click your profile picture in the upper right and click "Change login status to away".

On the mobile version, tap the "Me" tab at the bottom of the screen and toggle "Change login status while away" on or off.

To set your status in the desktop app Slack, click your profile picture in the top right, then click Update Status.

Enter your status and select an emoji, or select an emoji from the suggested status options.

When you want to remove the status, click "Delete after" and select the appropriate time. Click "Save" and you're done.

Please check the Slack official website for the setting method on the mobile version.

[Reference] Setting Slack status and login status (Slack)

What to do when you can't log in to Slack

If you can't log in to Slack, the following are possible causes. Try each workaround.

Slack, the desktop app, displays an error message on the app screen when you are unable to log in. Below is a list of error messages and their solutions.

This may be due to your network settings or being blocked by a security device. Click Restart Slack below the error message.

Browser extensions or security devices may be interfering, or there may be a problem on Slack's end. Click "three lines (menu)" at the top left of the app screen > "Help" > "Troubleshooting" > "Clear cache and restart".

Slack's server may have some kind of error. Check out Slack's availability site to see what issues are happening and how long it takes to fix them.

This message is displayed when there is a problem with communication or maintaining a connection. Check with your network administrator to see if Web Socket connections are supported.

If the above does not resolve the issue, contact Slack.

[Reference] Inquiries (Slack)

If you forgot your password, use the passwordless sign-in from the "Sign in to Slack" page. A code will be emailed to you, which you can use to sign in to the workspace associated with your email address and set a new password.

[Reference] Sign in to Slack (Slack)

If you have troubles such as being unable to log in to Slack, updating the app may solve the problem. Also, to avoid problems in advance, always update the desktop app to the latest version.

First of all, please check if the version of the desktop app you are currently using is the latest version.

Click "Three Lines (Menu)" > "Help" > "About Slack" at the top left of the desktop app.

If you're still on an older version, update it. Also, when there is an update available, a badge will appear in the '?' mark (help icon) at the top of the screen. Click the help icon and follow the instructions.

Easy even for beginners! Basic usage of Slack

Slack is useful for smooth work, and anyone can easily start using it. From here, let's review the basic usage.

When starting Slack as a new user, download the app that suits your environment from the Slack official website.

To get started with Slack as a workspace admin, see the article below.

[Reference] How to get started (Slack)

How to use "Slack" and convenient functions that you can't ask now

With Slack, you can connect with the external apps that you normally use for work. We especially recommend the following apps.

■ Google Drive (data management) ■ Google Calendar (schedule management) ■ Trello (task management)

The steps to install the app are as follows.

Open the "Apps" page from "Other" in the sidebar.

Search for apps in the search window and click "Add" for the app you want to install. It will automatically take you to the Slack App Directory.

Click "Add to Slack" and follow the prompts to install the app.

In addition, please refer to the following article for convenient usage of Slack.

[Reference] Slack usage and basic knowledge for beginners

Slack is easy to use, but there may be features you don't know about. Let's make full use of it and make your work more efficient.

*Data is based on research by the editorial department as of late October 2021. *Although every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of the information, we do not guarantee the completeness or accuracy of the content. * Please use and operate the service at your own risk.

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