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Dev tools · June 7, 2018

Loom for Slack

One-click sharing & In-line video plays, now on Slack.

Loom for Slack launched on June 7, 2018 with 461 votes, #15 of 2,654 launches that month and more than 99% of that year's launches. The site was still online in September 2026, 8 years on.

In plain words

Loom for Slack is a video messaging tool that integrates directly into Slack, allowing users to record and share videos with a single click. Videos play inline within Slack conversations, streamlining communication for remote teams. The tool is designed for professionals who need to convey complex information quickly through video rather than text, available as a Chrome extension that works within the Slack messaging platform.

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From the sources

Loom is a new kind of work communication tool that helps you get your message across through instantly shareable videos, now available inside Slack.

Best free online screen recording tool with advanced video editing and video storage trusted by over 22 million people and easy sharing from Loom.com.

Record a quick walkthrough and let Loom’s AI turn it into a fully populated Jira work item in a few clicks. Loom automatically captures the technical details devs need (device/browser/OS, console errors, and network activity) to pinpoint the problem fast and move work forward. Easily record your screen and camera. Record on any device using Loom’s Chrome extension , desktop app or mobile app . Loom’s intuitive editor lets you trim, stitch clips, add eye-catching backgrounds, and even enhance your message with text, arrows, and box overlays. The result? Engaging videos you can deliver fast. From Google Workspace to Slack, Loom videos seamlessly integrate with hundreds of tools you use every…from loom.com

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