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Using puzzles with Slack

Objectives
  • Understand how to share puzzles in your Slack workspace
  • Understand how users can engage and interact with the puzzle via Slack


Install the PuzzleMe™ for Slack app:

  • Visit PuzzleMe for Slack and click on Add to Slack. Make sure you are logged in to your Slack workspace on the same browser.
  • Slack will ask your permission to add the app to your Slack workspace.
  • Click Allow to install the app to your workspace.
  • Under the Apps section on your Slack app, you will find PuzzleMe for Slack. You can also click on the app's name for usage instructions, or simply follow the steps below.

How to share a puzzle with your team:

  1. Log into your PuzzleMe account and create the game you want to play with your teammates on Slack.
  2. Go to the Publish page for your puzzle, click on the Slack option and copy the message.

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  1. Go to the channel or DM where you want to share the puzzle, and paste the message copied in the last step. For example

/play-puzzle https://puzzleme.amuselabs.com/pmm/crossword?id=17b356c8&set=demo

  1. The puzzle preview will now be shown in the conversation.

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How to solve a puzzle:

  1. Click on the 'Get your play link' button.
  2. You will receive a message (only visible to you) that looks like this.

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  1. Click on the link. The puzzle will open in your browser for you to start solving. Once you finish the puzzle, your position will automatically start showing up in the leaderboard. Happy puzzling!

How to view the leaderboard: Click on the 'View leaderboard' button where a puzzle is posted. The leaderboard will pop open. Wait for a couple of seconds for the leaderboard to be populated with the top performers.

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Troubleshooting Tips:

  • Command Not Working? Ensure the "PuzzleMe for Slack" app is installed in the workspace and verify that the message starts with /play-puzzle, followed by a space, and then a valid puzzle link.
  • Preview Not Appearing? Double-check that you copied the correct message from the publish page under Slack option. Wait a few moments, as sometimes there's a slight delay.
  • Where To Post Puzzles? You can use the message in public channels, private channels, direct messages, and group DMs.