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How to Delete Slack Messages

Updated on:
June 5, 2026
By:
Madhav Bhandari
Use this interactive demo to learn how to remove and update messages in Slack.

Quick summary

This demo shows how to delete and edit messages in Slack using the More Actions menu. Both actions take just a few clicks and let you correct or remove sent messages without leaving your conversation.


Steps

  1. Identify the Slack message you want to delete.
  2. Open the More Actions option on the message.
  3. Click Delete message from the actions menu.
  4. Confirm the deletion to permanently remove the message.
  5. To edit a message instead, select the Edit option from the More Actions menu.
  6. Edit your message text directly in the message input field.
  7. Click Save to resend the updated message to the conversation.

📌 Why this matters

Knowing how to delete and edit messages in Slack is essential for maintaining clear, accurate communication across teams. Mistakes in messages can cause confusion, and Slack's built-in delete and edit features let users correct errors instantly without cluttering the conversation. This capability is especially valuable in professional environments where message accuracy directly impacts collaboration and decision-making. Understanding these controls helps teams use Slack more confidently and keeps channels clean and professional.
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