Discover the differences between chat and channel and their usefulness within Wimi.
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Presentation: what is Chat / Channel?
Communication is one of the keys to teamwork. In addition to AirTime, Wimi makes it possible to start discussions of all kinds (private, group, relating to a project, etc.).
What is the difference between Chat and Channel?
Chat centralizes all your discussions: channel, users, group chat and comments.
The Channel is the discussion module relating to a workspace. Each workspace has one.
How to access the Chat?
- Click on the Chat Bubble icon (the chat opens in a new window).
- Choose the channel of your choice among: Channel, Users, Group Chat.
![wimi-fr-chat-channel-presentation-du-chat-de-wimi-v6](https://kb.wimi-teamwork.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Base%20de%20connaissances%20Wimi/A%20-%20M%C3%A9dias%20Wimi%20V6/wimi-fr-chat-channel-presentation-du-chat-de-wimi-v6.gif?width=688&height=414&name=wimi-fr-chat-channel-presentation-du-chat-de-wimi-v6.gif)
NB: you can reply to Comments only if a user has already posted one in tasks, on a file or folder.
How to access a Channel?
- Go to the workspace of your choice.
- Click on the pictogram #.
![presentation-du-module-channel-de-wimi](https://kb.wimi-teamwork.com/hubfs/Base%20de%20connaissances%20Wimi/presentation-du-module-channel-de-wimi.gif)