How do you create a thread in Slack?

Creating a thread in Slack is accomplished by clicking the "Reply" button on a message and typing your response. This action allows users to maintain a focused discussion related to the original message without cluttering the main channel or conversation stream. Threads help keep conversations organized, making it easier for team members to follow specific topics or discussions that stem from a single message.

This method of threading encourages more structured communication and allows people to engage in side conversations without disrupting the flow of the primary chat. Other options, such as starting a new channel, tagging someone, or sending direct messages, do not facilitate the threaded conversation structure that Slack is designed for. While those options serve other communication purposes, they do not create a thread linked to a particular message.