Chat
How to enable chat in your account, create channels and edit channels.
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Guide to creating site or position chat channels
Learn how to create a chat channel for a specific site or position in the RosterElf smartphone app to keep team communication organised and relevant.
How to enable and use chat in RosterElf
Learn how to activate chat in RosterElf, create and manage channels, send direct messages, and manage notifications in the web app.
How to send direct messages with RosterElf chat
Learn how to send private direct messages to staff using RosterElf chat on both desktop browser and smartphone app, and how to delete conversations.
How to use chat in the smartphone app
Learn how to use chat in the RosterElf mobile app, including creating channels, editing and deleting channels, sending messages, and uploading files.
Manage notifications by muting channels in RosterElf Chat
Learn how to mute a channel in RosterElf Chat to manage notifications and reduce distractions while keeping messages available to read.
Manage site and position channels in RosterElf Chat
Learn how to create site or position specific channels in RosterElf Chat to keep team communication organised and targeted to the right staff.
Track who has viewed your messages in RosterElf
Learn how to check read receipts in RosterElf Chat to see which staff members have viewed your messages and ensure important updates are delivered.
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