Simplified layout mode
Simplified layout mode in the Slack desktop app helps you focus by showing one section of Slack at a time. It minimizes distractions, which may help single-taskers and people using assistive technology, such as eye tracking or a head mouse.
Turn it on or off
- Click your profile picture in the sidebar to open the user menu.
- Select Preferences from the menu.
- Select Accessibility from the list.
- Under Simplified layout mode, select Turn on or Turn off.
Getting around
Workspace landing page
The first place you land. It has the same access points as your sidebar. Return to it anytime by selecting your workspace name in the navigation toolbar.
Home
Where you access the channels you’ve joined.
DMs
A list of all your direct messages.
Activity
One view of everything that might need your attention: your mentions, threads you’re part of, and reactions to your messages.
More
Select More to reach additional options.
Navigation bar
A single bar at the top of the app shows where you are in Slack, with a numbered badge for any unread items.
Source: Slack Help Center, “Use simplified layout mode in Slack”