Conversation Search
Search Messages in a Conversation
Section titled “Search Messages in a Conversation”Use the message search feature to quickly find specific messages, links, or topics within any conversation - whether it’s a channel, direct message, group chat, or announcement thread. Perfect when you need to dig up vendor contact details, budget numbers, or guest confirmations buried in weeks of back-and-forth.
How to access message search
Section titled “How to access message search”How to get there: Open any conversation (channel, DM, group, or announcement) → Tap the Search icon (magnifying glass)
The search screen opens with a text field ready for your query. You’ll see a helpful reminder: “Type to search within this conversation.”
Search for messages
Section titled “Search for messages”- Tap the search field at the top of the screen.
- Type your search term: a vendor name, date, amount, or any keyword (e.g.,
venue confirmation,₹50000,Sharma caterers). - Wait 0.5 seconds: the app automatically searches as you type. A loading spinner appears while searching.
- Review the results: matching messages appear as cards showing:
- Sender’s name (who sent the message)
- Message preview with your search term highlighted in bold
- Timestamp (time of day, yesterday, day of week, or full date)
Jump to a message
Section titled “Jump to a message”When you find the message you need:
- Tap the result card: the app takes you back to the conversation and scrolls directly to that message.
- Review the context: you’ll see messages before and after it to understand the full discussion.
This saves you from manually scrolling through hundreds of messages. Especially helpful for wedding planning when vendor details are scattered across days of chat.
Clear your search
Section titled “Clear your search”- Tap the ✕ icon in the search field to clear your current search and start fresh.
- Tap the back arrow to close search and return to the conversation. Your search history is cleared automatically.
No results found?
Section titled “No results found?”| Situation | How to Fix It |
|---|---|
| Message was deleted | Deleted messages don’t appear in search. Check if the sender removed it. |
| Typo in search term | Try a shorter keyword or different spelling (e.g., search venu instead of venue if unsure). |
| Message is very old | Search still finds old messages - scroll through results or try a more specific keyword. |
| Wrong conversation | Make sure you’re searching within the correct channel or DM. Search only works in one conversation at a time. |
What to do next
Section titled “What to do next”| Your Situation | Recommended Next Step |
|---|---|
| Found vendor contact details | Save to a supplier contact list |
| Found a guest confirmation | Mark attendance in your guest list |
| Need to share the message with someone | Copy the message and share it via SMS or email |