Use @mentions in Workly to notify specific team members in chat messages and task comments. When you mention someone, they receive a notification so they don’t miss important messages.
Mention someone
- Type @ in the message or comment input
- Start typing the person’s name
- Select the person from the dropdown suggestions
- Send your message
The mentioned person’s name appears highlighted in the message, and they receive a notification.
Where you can use mentions
- Channel messages — Mention someone in a channel to get their attention
- Direct messages — Mention someone in a group DM
- Task comments — Mention a team member in a task’s activity section
Mention notifications
When someone mentions you, you’ll receive:
- A desktop notification (if enabled)
- A notification bell alert in the app
- The channel or task will be highlighted in your sidebar
Mention-only mode
If you’re in a busy channel and want to reduce noise, enable mention-only mode in your notification preferences. You’ll only receive notifications when someone directly @mentions you, filtering out all other channel messages.
Frequently asked questions
How do I mention someone in Workly?
Type @ followed by the person’s name in any chat message or task comment. Select them from the dropdown suggestions and send your message. They’ll receive a notification.
Can I only get notifications when I’m mentioned?
Yes, enable mention-only mode in your notification preferences. You’ll only receive notifications when someone directly @mentions you.
