slack

Name: slack
Availability: InStock
Author: Orthogonal

Automates Slack messaging workflows including posting, listing channels, retrieving history via Orth CLI and OAuth.

12|4|Updated Feb 12, 2026

Search Tags:#automation #messaging #api #channels #history #slack

Ready to run

npx skills add https://github.com/orthogonal-sh/skills --skill slack-orthogonal-sh

💬 Prompt for ChatGPT / Claude Chat▼

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

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Slack integration for teams to automate messaging, channel management, and history retrieval inside a workspace.

Core Features & Use Cases

Post messages to channels or direct messages to collaborators.
List channels and retrieve channel metadata for quick workspace overviews.
Fetch recent message history to audit conversations or surface context for prompts.

Quick Start

Connect your Slack workspace in Orth and try posting a test message to verify the integration.

Frequently Asked Questions about slack

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

FAQPage Schema

How do I automate posting messages to Slack channels from an AI workflow?▼

Automating Slack messaging requires connecting your workspace via OAuth and using the Orth CLI to let an AI post messages, list channels, and retrieve history on demand.

Can I retrieve Slack channel history to audit recent conversations?▼

Yes, you can fetch recent channel history to audit conversations or surface context for prompts once your Slack workspace is connected through an active OAuth connection.

What do I need to list Slack channels and retrieve channel metadata?▼

Listing Slack channels and retrieving metadata requires the Orth CLI and an active Slack OAuth connection to read channel data within the connected workspace.

Does this Slack integration support posting direct messages to collaborators?▼

Yes, the Slack integration supports posting messages to channels as well as sending direct messages to collaborators within your connected workspace.

What are the limitations of using an API to manage Slack messaging workflows?▼

Slack messaging automation operates strictly within the connected workspace boundary, requiring continuous Orth CLI and OAuth authentication to post messages or read channel data.

Is there a way to get a quick overview of available Slack channels for team collaboration?▼

Yes, listing channels provides quick workspace overviews by retrieving channel metadata, enabling teams to audit available collaboration spaces on demand.