ChatGPT Now Integrated into Slack — AI-Powered Productivity for Teams
OpenAI has officially launched ChatGPT within Slack, bringing its powerful AI capabilities directly into the popular workplace messaging platform.
This integration allows users to interact with ChatGPT from a dedicated sidebar, enabling seamless access to AI assistance without switching apps or browser tabs.
What Can ChatGPT Do in Slack?
Once installed, ChatGPT can summarize messages, files, and channel discussions, making it easier to catch up on unread threads or extract key points from long conversations.
Users can prompt the chatbot to generate meeting briefs, brainstorm ideas, draft content, or even locate specific information across channels. Example prompts include:
- “Summarize this week’s engineering-team discussions.”
- “Catch me up on unread Slack threads.”
- “Create a one-page brief from the Marketing channel.”
This AI assistant understands context within Slack, so users don’t need to use exact channel names or symbols when searching. It simplifies navigation and enhances productivity by turning Slack into a smarter workspace.
Setup Requirements
To use ChatGPT in Slack, users must meet a few prerequisites:
- A paid Slack plan
- A ChatGPT Plus, Pro, Business, or Enterprise/Edu account
- Admin approval to install the app in the workspace
Once approved, users can connect their ChatGPT account and begin using the tool from the Slack app list. The integration is opt-in and respects workspace permissions, ensuring secure and customizable deployment.
This move positions Slack as a more intelligent collaboration hub, especially for teams managing complex projects or large volumes of communication.
By embedding ChatGPT, OpenAI is streamlining workflows and reducing the friction of switching between apps. It also puts Slack ahead of competitors in the AI productivity race, alongside integrations like Asana and Anthropic’s Claude.
For businesses, this means faster decision-making, clearer communication, and more efficient knowledge management—all powered by AI.
FAQ
Can ChatGPT summarize Slack conversations?
Yes, ChatGPT can summarize messages, files, and channel discussions directly within Slack.
What do I need to install ChatGPT in Slack?
You’ll need a paid Slack plan, a ChatGPT subscription, and admin approval to install the app.
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