Made a typo or sent the wrong message? Workly lets you edit and delete your messages in chat.
Edit a message
- Hover over your message
- Click the edit icon or select Edit from the actions menu
- Modify the message text
- Press Enter to save or Escape to cancel
Edited messages show an “edited” indicator so others know the message was modified.
Delete a message
- Hover over your message
- Click the delete icon or select Delete from the actions menu
- Confirm the deletion
Deleted messages are removed from the conversation for everyone.
Who can edit and delete
- You can edit your own messages
- You can delete your own messages
- Group admins can delete any message in their group
Quick edit shortcut
To quickly edit your last sent message, press the Up arrow key in the chat input. This opens your most recent message for editing.
Frequently asked questions
How do I edit a message in Workly?
Hover over your message, click the edit icon, modify the text, and press Enter to save. Edited messages show an ‘edited’ indicator.
Can I delete messages in Workly chat?
Yes, hover over your message and click delete. You can delete your own messages, and group admins can delete any message in their group.
