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How to add a relationship to a chat message in ClickUp

How it works

  1. First locate and hover over the message in any Channel or direct message
  2. Next click the "More options" menu (three dots) in the message toolbar
  3. Then click the "Add relationship" button in the dropdown menu
  4. Click the "Connect a task" button in the thread panel
  5. Use the search bar to find the task you want to link
  6. Finally select the task from the search results to connect it to the message
  7. You have successfully added a relationship to the chat message

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Why should you use this feature?

ClickUp is an all-in-one productivity platform designed to streamline team collaboration and workflow management.

Adding a relationship to a chat message in ClickUp allows users to effortlessly link tasks, documents, or notes directly within their conversations. This seamless integration fosters clearer communication by providing direct context to discussions, ensuring that nothing gets overlooked.

Utilizing this feature not only enhances team collaboration but also simplifies task tracking and project management, ensuring that related information is always easily accessible.

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December 19, 2025
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