How are channels archived in Slack?

The process of archiving channels in Slack typically involves choosing the "Archive Channel" option from the channel settings menu. This action effectively removes the channel from active visibility while preserving all of its content, including messages, files, and any related information. Archiving is a preferred method for managing channels that are no longer in use, as it allows for easy retrieval of past messages and documentation without cluttering the channel list with inactive channels.

The other options, while they may suggest actions that impact a channel, do not conform to the correct method of archiving. For example, deleting users or removing all members does not preserve the channel history, and marking channels as inactive is not a recognized function within Slack. The archive function ensures that relevant discussions and data remain accessible for future reference.