Coline Docs
Channels

Tabs

Organize channel content with customizable tabs.

Tabs

Tabs transform channels from simple chat rooms into rich collaboration spaces. Each tab is a view into a file, folder, or message thread.

Tab Types

  • Messages — Default conversation view
  • Files — Display any file directly in the channel
  • Folders — Browse drive folders without leaving the channel
  • Apps — Custom app views and integrations

Managing Tabs

  • Add tabs from the + menu next to existing tabs
  • Drag to reorder tabs
  • Rename tabs to match your workflow
  • Set default tabs for new channel members

Use Cases

Engineering Channel

  • Messages (default)
  • Sprint Board (board file)
  • Bug Tracker (sheet)
  • Runbooks (folder)

Design Channel

  • Messages
  • Design System (doc)
  • Brand Assets (folder)
  • Feedback (board for async critiques)

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