Discordis a newcomer to the chat scene, but its made a big splash.
The app provides voice and text chat for groups, with an emphasis on gaming.
However, its so sweet Ive already started using it for everyday chat.
If youve ever usedSlack, Discord will feel familiar.
If you dont want to install it, it’s possible for you to also usethe web client.
All of the apps use the same design and nearly identical features.
It has a slick design that even the most casual user can quickly pick up and understand.
That can make a big difference when youre trying to get everyone set up on game night.
Its easy to set up a server.Setting up servers for Ventrilo andTeamSpeakis a pain.
With Discord, setting up a server is a two-click affair.
If that doesnt matter to you, though, this method is much easier.
Most apps only do one of these two functions well but Discord handles both effortlessly.
Its free.Currently, Discord doesnt charge for anything.
May as well use it!
You dont have to install an app if you dont want to.
Plus it just looks nicer than most alternatives.
No installing server software.
No messing around with sockets or ports.
It took longer to take screenshots of the process than it did to create the server itself.
you’ve got the option to also customize the invite links to limit who can get in.
Theres also an option to limit the link to a certain number of uses, up to 100.
When you first create your server, youll be in a default General channel.
you’re free to create as many channels as you need for different tasks.
Server owners can even set up different color schemes based on the permissions that a user has.
you might read management in Discord here.
Set up auto-AFK channels:Its annoying when someone walks away from their computer and leaves their mic on.
Server admins can set up a default AFK channel where mics are always muted.
They can then automatically boot any inactive users to this channel if theyre idle for too long.
These can be helpful in reducing spam or bandwagons of harassing users.
you’re able to read levels here.
Discord lets you choose betweenpush-to-talk or voice activated modesfor audio chat.
In my experience, it only took a few seconds to set up but it worked flawlessly afterwards.
it’s possible for you to create and join channels in the [#channelname] format.
you might even use some slash commands like /me.
/tts:This command reads your next message aloud for the channel.
Discord is primarily aimed at voice chat, so it would be easy to neglect text-based channels.
Fortunately, it doesnt.
Now, I dread the days of going back to those apps.
Its easier to set up than Slack and more intuitive than Skype for large group chats.
Discord isnt the perfect app for every situation.
