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recipe-slack-find-and-reply

Search Slack messages and reply in their threads using the Slack SDK for Python.

Updated Mar 9, 2026
Search Tags:#automation#slack#message search#threaded reply#communication efficiency
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/chaddorsey/letta-code --skill recipe-slack-find-and-reply
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: recipe-slack-find-and-reply
Source: https://github.com/chaddorsey/letta-code/tree/main/.skills/recipe-slack-find-and-reply
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/chaddorsey/letta-code --skill recipe-slack-find-and-reply

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill requires slack, and includes scripts (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

Manually searching for messages and replying in Slack threads can be time-consuming. This Skill automates the process, saving you time and improving efficiency.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Message Search: Automatically search for messages based on specified criteria.
  • Threaded Reply: Post a reply in the same thread as the found message.
  • Use Case: If you need to follow up on a specific thread but can't remember the exact message, this Skill can find it for you and allow you to post a reply.

Quick Start

Use the recipe-slack-find-and-reply skill to search for a message with the body 'budget update' and reply with 'Thanks for the update. Two questions...' in its thread.

Frequently Asked Questions about recipe-slack-find-and-reply

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I automate searching for Slack messages and replying in their threads?▼

You can automate Slack message search and threaded replies by using this Skill, which searches for messages based on specified criteria and posts replies directly in the matching message threads via the Slack API.

Do I need a Slack API token to search for messages and post threaded replies?▼

Yes, this Skill requires Slack API access and uses the Slack SDK for Python to authenticate, search for messages, and post replies in threads.

What is the best way to find a specific Slack message when I only remember part of the text?▼

The best way to find a specific Slack message by text is using this Skill's message search feature, which automatically locates messages based on your specified criteria like a keyword or phrase.

Can I automatically post a reply to a Slack thread if I only know the original message content?▼

Yes, you can provide the message content as search criteria, and this Skill will locate the original message and post your reply directly in its corresponding Slack thread.

How does automated threaded reply work with the Slack SDK for Python?▼

Automated threaded reply works by using the Slack SDK for Python to query the Slack API for messages matching your criteria, then posting a new message with the parent message's thread timestamp to maintain the conversation thread.

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