slacrawl

Search local Slack archives for messages, threads, and channel metadata.

7|12|Updated Mar 10, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/borealBytes/my-farm-advisor --skill slacrawl
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: slacrawl
Source: https://github.com/borealBytes/my-farm-advisor/tree/main/.agents/skills/slacrawl
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/borealBytes/my-farm-advisor --skill slacrawl

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Slack archive search and freshness checks across messages, threads, and channels to keep local data synchronized.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Local Slack archive search for messages, threads, and DMs.
  • Freshness checks and synchronization to ensure up-to-date results.
  • SQL-like counts and workspace reporting for operational insights.

Quick Start

Run slacrawl search 'query' to locate messages in local Slack archives and verify freshness.

Frequently Asked Questions about slacrawl

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I search local Slack archives for specific messages and threads?

You can search local Slack archives by running a query command to locate specific messages, threads, and channel metadata. This process scans locally stored data to find matching interaction patterns across workspaces without needing a live API connection.

Can I check Slack archive freshness and synchronization status locally?

Yes, you can perform Slack archive freshness checks locally to verify that your data is up-to-date. The tool applies read-only data access to ensure synchronization status is accurately reported without modifying the underlying workspace.

What is the best way to analyze Slack interaction patterns across workspaces?

The best way to analyze Slack interaction patterns is by using SQL-like counts and workspace reporting on local archives. This approach audits data freshness and aggregates message counts across multiple workspaces for operational insights.

Does Slack archive search work with direct messages and thread replies?

Yes, local Slack archive search supports retrieving direct messages and thread replies alongside standard channel messages. It scans these local data structures to return relevant conversation histories and associated metadata.

Why does local Slack archive search require a defined install path?

Local Slack archive search requires a defined install path to ensure deterministic results. By anchoring to a specific directory and using read-only data access, the tool reliably locates archived messages without altering workspace state.

What are the limitations of analyzing Slack data from a local archive?

A limitation of analyzing Slack data from a local archive is that it only reflects data up to the point of the last synchronization. It requires a pre-existing local export and does not capture real-time interactions or live workspace updates.