Computer in Slack
Computer works directly inside Slack, so you can turn a message, thread, or channel discussion into actual work without leaving the conversation. Since a lot of work already starts in Slack, that makes it easier to keep context in one place, reduce tool switching, and move from discussion to output faster.
Using Computer in Slack is especially useful when a task begins with a question, request, or decision that needs follow-through. Instead of moving into another tool to start the work, you can kick it off in the same place where the conversation is already happening. That makes it easier to keep people aligned, preserve context, and let others add input when needed.
You can use Computer in Slack for both solo and collaborative work. It can help with research, analysis, content generation, and other multi-step tasks, then continue working in the background while the conversation moves on.
To get started, tag “@Computer” in a direct or group message.
Use it in two ways: Start a direct message with Computer for solo work, or bring it into a shared channel or group conversation when a task involves other people.
If you haven’t signed in yet, Slack will ask for authentication first: Review the permissions, select Allow, and complete setup. If you can’t complete setup, your workspace may require admin approval for app access, so you may need to contact your Slack admin before continuing.
Use a shared conversation for collaborative work: To start a task in a channel or group message, tag Computer in the message box and describe what you want it to do in plain language. This is useful when other people need visibility into the task or want to add context.
Use a direct message for individual work: Open a DM with Computer, describe the task, and send the message. This is a good option for individual projects, early drafts, or work that doesn’t need to happen in a shared channel.
Computer may ask follow-up questions before it begins: That helps it gather the right context, clarify the goal, and understand what kind of output you want. Once it has what it needs, it can continue in the background while you focus on other work.
It can do more than answer quick questions: In Slack, Computer can search the web, work across connected tools, generate content, analyze business data, and create outputs such as reports, dashboards, presentations, apps, and websites. It can also support recurring tasks and longer-running workflows over time.
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