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Jenifer Thamos
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Top Features To Be Added To Any Workplace Communication Application In 2023

If you are looking for an application that can work as a communication tool among the teams then this blog is for you.
Choosing an application that fulfills all the communication needs of the employees can be a difficult decision. It is because that application has to have all the significant and smart features to overcome all the problems among the team.
Communication is the key, and to have effective communication it has to be ensured that applications meet the requirements of modern-day technologies. Teams need to be connected within their work hours and sometimes on weekends in case of any emergency.
Since employees sometimes don’t feel comfortable when they are approached through their contacts and WhatsApp. They prefer to have an alternative application that has all the important features that can help them communicate with each other.
So, here we are going to discuss some features that any application like Viber, WhatsApp, Slack, and other communication applications have. Some companies want to create apps like Viber again since it is a hit application and has all the necessary features. It can be built within an affordable range whilst serving the purpose.
Also, it can be built with Matrix an open network for applications that do not save personal data and do not share it on other platforms.

Let’s jump to the features and discuss them in detail

Top Features Of The Workplace Communication Application Are

Here are some significant features that every communication
application should add.

.Secured file sharing
.Bookmarking
.Screen sharing
.Note-taking
.Audio conference
.Video chat
.Direct chat
.Group chat
.Personalization
.Custom channels and groups

Let's discuss the list in detail

Secured File Sharing

Security comes first, no employee would want to have their data get corrupt and get into the hands of a third party. Since it is a communication app, employees are required to enter their emails. To make sure that the data is safe allow the users to share multiple files on Dropbox and Google Drive as these are the safest options.

Bookmarking

Bookmarking allows users to keep track of their important documents, messages, and links that they share with other teammates.

Screen Sharing

While having a video chat, a user needs to share their screen as well. So having a screen-sharing feature available for PCs, laptops, mobile phones, and other devices will help them review the document altogether.

Note-Taking

Scribbling notes on an application can be fun and save a lot of time. It is a great feature that will allow users to take their notes and all the necessary information that needs to be added to the next project. Also, teams are meant to share their ideas and stuff, having a note-taking feature will allow all the team members to work on a project while sharing the ideas as well.

Video Chat

Video chat is a must, having this feature will motivate the users to confront their teammates and share the details and ideas in depth.
Direct messaging is fun but a face-to-face discussion is more effective. Also, you can conduct interviews, have a presentation, and share your ideas on a project. It saves you fuel and the trouble of leaving your house as well.
Make sure that the video resolution is up to the mark as low-resolution video calling is nothing but a nuisance.

Direct Chat

Direct chat feature is important as it allows you to have a one-on-one chat with teammates. Well, it is not necessary to talk to your teammate just for the work-related stuff. You may want to have a chat with them, discuss something personal, or plan an outing.

Group Chat

Group chat connects all the team members and, in this way, they communicate take place in one chat. You can discuss the projects and tasks or take their suggestions on important matters.

Personalization

Personalization makes everything fun, be it your room or an application. You can personalize the application according to your liking and preference.
Either change the theme, background, notification sound, when to receive the message and update your current status as well.

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