Functionality shared with posts and topics
Bookmarks
Bookmark a message by hovering over it and clicking the bookmark icon. These share the same list as regular posts and topics.
Copy Link
Copy a message link via the kebab menu. Discourse will automatically convert such links into oneboxes.
Deletion
Delete a message through the kebab menu. The message becomes hidden from other users and flagged for admin/moderator review during the retention period.
Edit
Edit a message using the kebab menu. The edit will be indicated on the message without showing revision history.
Flags
Flag inappropriate messages through the kebab menu for moderator attention.
Insert Date/Time
Use the Insert Date/Time tool available in the toolbar for accurate time referencing.
Oneboxes
Links in chat messages form oneboxes similar to regular posts. Right-click links in full-screen chat to open in a new tab.
Replies
Reply to specific messages using the arrow icon in the on-hover menu. Replies show a preview of the original message above your own. Here’s an example of what this looks like:
Search GIFs
Tap on the 
icon to the left of the text box to open the toolbar and search for GIFs hosted by GIPHY.
Uploads
Upload files (e.g., images, videos, text files) by selecting “Attach a file” from the toolbar. Supported extensions include .JPG, .PNG, .PDF, .MP4, and more.
User Cards
Access user cards by clicking a name or avatar in chat. Cards allow initiating personal chats unless the user has restricted this in their preferences.