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How to connect a task to a 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 a versatile productivity tool designed to unify your work processes with efficiency and ease.

Connecting a task to a message in ClickUp allows for seamless integration between communications and actionable items. This feature transforms scattered information from conversations into structured tasks, ensuring that important details are never overlooked.

By linking tasks to messages, teams can easily trace back to the context, boosting accountability and clarity. This enhances team collaboration, as it bridges communication gaps and drives projects forward more cohesively.

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December 19, 2025
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