slack

Post messages, read channel history, and search Slack via the Web API.

8|1|Updated Apr 21, 2026

Search Tags:#automation #search #slack #bot #web-api #message-posting #channel-history

Ready to run

npx skills add https://github.com/mnlt/teleport --skill slack-mnlt

💬 Prompt for ChatGPT / Claude Chat▼

Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: slack
Source: https://github.com/mnlt/teleport/tree/main/skills/slack
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/mnlt/teleport --skill slack-mnlt

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Slack teams often need automation to post updates, reading recent messages, listing channels and members, or performing workspace searches without leaving the AI interface.

Core Features & Use Cases

Post messages to channels and direct messages programmatically.
Read recent channel history and member lists to provide context in conversations.
Search messages and files across a workspace to surface relevant information for workflows.

Quick Start

Ask me to post a message to a Slack channel or fetch recent messages from a workspace.

Frequently Asked Questions about slack

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

FAQPage Schema

How do I post messages to Slack channels from an AI agent?▼

You can post messages to Slack channels from an AI agent by using the Web API with a bot or user token. The AI sends a Bearer token in the Authorization header to programmatically post updates or direct messages to the workspace.

Can I read channel history and list users in Slack via an AI workflow?▼

Yes, you can read channel history and list users in Slack via an AI workflow. The integration uses the Web API to fetch recent messages and member lists, providing conversational context directly within your autonomous workflows.

What's the best way to search across a Slack workspace for specific messages?▼

The best way to search across a Slack workspace for specific messages is using the Web API keyword search functionality. It surfaces relevant messages and files across the workspace, returning results directly to your AI interface for workflow processing.

Do I need a bot token to automate Slack message posting?▼

Yes, you need a Slack bot or user token with appropriate scopes to automate Slack message posting. The token is passed as a Bearer token in the Authorization header to authenticate Web API requests for posting or reading data.

How does Slack Web API automation handle rate limits and response errors?▼

Slack Web API automation handles rate limits and response errors by inspecting the ok field in the API response. It checks for possible errors and respects rate limits to ensure automated message posting and search workflows run reliably.

Can I use Slack automation for autonomous workflows without leaving the AI interface?▼

Yes, you can use Slack automation for autonomous workflows without leaving the AI interface. The integration supports posting updates, reading recent channel history, and performing workspace searches entirely through scripting within the AI environment.