Chat Section – Real-time Communication Hub
The Chat Section is a centralized communication module where users can send and receive messages in real-time. It supports project-based chats, task-specific chats, group conversations, and direct user-to-user messages, improving collaboration across teams.
Main Tabs in Chat
All
Displays a combined view of all conversations including:
- Direct user messages
- Project-based chats
- Group chats
- Task-specific chats
Groups
Displays all group conversations. Groups can be project-based or custom user-created groups for team collaboration and discussions.
Tasks
Shows task-specific chat threads directly linked to tasks from the project management module, keeping discussions contextually relevant.
Core Features
Search Users & Chats
The Search bar at the top allows users to quickly find and initiate conversations with team members or locate specific chat threads.
User Search
Search by user name to start a direct message with teammates
Chat Search
Search for groups, projects, or task chat threads by name or keyword
Direct User Chat
One-on-OneUsers can search for a teammate's name using the search bar and send direct messages instantly for quick, private communication.
Direct chat interface showing user search and message composition
Example
Typing "Haritha" shows the user profile, allowing the user to initiate a conversation instantly.
Project-Based Chats
Automatic Creation
Automatically generated when a project is created
Centralized Communication
Used for centralized communication among all project members
Task-Based Chats
Dedicated Threads
Each task has its dedicated chat thread
Context Preservation
Discussions and updates preserved within specific task context
Chat Reactions
Emoji Reactions System
The Chat Reactions feature allows users to quickly respond to individual chat messages using emojis. This enables fast, expressive feedback without typing a full message.
Adding a Reaction
- • Hover or tap on a message
- • Select the reaction icon
- • Choose an emoji from available set
- • Emoji appears with user count
Viewing Reactions
- • Tap on reaction count
- • Opens Reactions List popup
- • Shows all reactions with counts
- • User list with names
Removing a Reaction
- • Tap on your reaction
- • "You – Tap to remove"
- • Count updates automatically
- • Real-time updates
Chat reactions interface showing emoji reactions and user lists
Remove reaction interface showing removal confirmation
Additional Features
Read/Unread Filter
Unread Icon
Located at top right of chat panel filters only unread messages
Quick Focus
Helps users quickly focus on pending messages or updates
Toggle Function
Toggling the icon shows or hides unread conversations only
Group Chat Creation
Group chat creation interface showing user selection and group setup
Step 1: Click + Icon
Click the + Icon at the top of the chat section to start group creation
Step 2: Select Users
Choose multiple users with checkboxes, their avatars appear in tag section
Step 3: Group Details
Add Group Icon (optional), set Group Name, and click Create
Chat Window Features
Message Composition
Context View
Benefits
Contextual Communication
Keeps all communication task/project-centric
Enhanced Collaboration
Improves team collaboration and accountability
Easy Tracking
Easy to track and manage chat history
Integrated Solution
Reduces dependency on third-party messaging tools