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summarize

Summarize Slack threads, channels, group DMs, and direct messages.

1|Updated Dec 18, 2025
Search Tags:#conversation#slack#summarize#thread#tldr#catch up
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/sidart10/orion-slackbot --skill summarize-sidart10
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: summarize
Source: https://github.com/sidart10/orion-slackbot/tree/main/.skills/summarize
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/sidart10/orion-slackbot --skill summarize-sidart10

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) and references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill helps users quickly understand the gist of Slack conversations, threads, and channels without having to read through every message.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Summarize Threads: Get a concise overview of discussions within a specific Slack thread.
  • Summarize Channels: Receive summaries of conversations in channels over custom time ranges (e.g., past week, today).
  • URL-based Summaries: Summarize conversations by providing a Slack thread URL.
  • Use Case: Catch up on a busy sales channel from the last few days or get a quick summary of a long technical discussion thread.

Quick Start

Use the summarize skill to get a summary of this channel for the past 7 days.

Frequently Asked Questions about summarize

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I summarize a Slack thread to catch up on missed conversations?▼

To summarize a Slack thread, you can use natural language time parsing to extract key decisions, action items, topics, and participants from the message history. This provides a concise overview of discussions without reading every message.

Can I get a summary of a Slack channel for a specific time range like the past week?▼

Yes, you can summarize Slack channels over custom time ranges using natural language time parsing. This allows you to catch up on channel conversations from specific periods, such as the past week or today.

Does the summarize skill support summarizing direct messages and group DMs in Slack?▼

Yes, the summarize skill supports summarizing various conversation types including direct messages, group DMs (MPIMs), current threads, and specific channels. It handles these formats using context-aware routing.

What is the best way to extract action items and key decisions from a long Slack discussion?▼

The best way to extract action items and key decisions is to summarize the Slack conversation using context-aware routing. This processes the message history to highlight topics, participants, and actionable outcomes.

Can I summarize a Slack conversation by providing a thread URL?▼

Yes, you can summarize conversations by providing a Slack thread URL. The skill processes the URL to extract the message history and generate a concise summary of the discussion.

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