Delegate Tasks via Claude Tag in Slack Threads
Mention @Claude in Slack threads to delegate tasks without leaving your workspace.
Mention Claude directly in Slack conversations using 'Claude Tag' to summarize threads, extract action items, or draft responses in real-time.
The Scenario
You are in the middle of a fast-moving Slack discussion about a project blocker. You need someone to quickly summarize the current consensus and list the next steps so the team can keep moving.
Before & after
Previously, you had to copy the Slack thread content manually, paste it into the Claude web app, get the result, and then copy it back to Slack, costing roughly 5–7 minutes.
By tagging Claude directly in a thread, the AI joins the conversation context and performs the task immediately, taking about 30 seconds of your time.
The Prompt
@Claude please summarize the key action items from this thread and draft a follow-up email to the [DEPARTMENT] team based on these notes.
Claude Tag is specifically designed for Team and Enterprise plans to keep workflows within the communication tool. It allows for seamless delegation of administrative tasks or technical summaries during active discussions.
Source
Release notes | Claude Help Center"Team and Enterprise plans can now tag Claude directly in Slack conversations and delegate tasks to it."