# How to Create Group Chat in Slack

> To create a group chat in Slack, click the plus icon in the Direct messages tab, add your desired members, and send your first message. You can also use the plus icon's Message option, press ⌘+N, or configure group settings like topics, member lists, and integrations.

Canonical: https://livedemo.ai/tutorials/how-to-create-group-chat-in-slack/
Apps: Slack
Updated: 2026-10-05
Interactive demo: https://story-api.livedemo.ai/workspaces/62255d3d3304f17b8f5e2d03/stories/692a39b1ab56e05a00fe0551/preview?step=1

## Steps

1. Click on the '+' icon in the Direct messages tab.
2. Use this tab to add the members you want to create a group chat with.
3. Your group is now created. You can start by adding your first message.To add additional information after creating the group, click on the members name under the search bar to open the group settings.
4. In this pop-up window, you'll find group settings such as: About: Add the group topic. Members: Edit the group member list. Integrations: Add email integrations in chat. Settings: Get member details and change group visibility.
5. Alternatively, you can also create a group through the '+' icon > Message option or by simply using ⌘+N.