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How to Book Time Away Through Slack

Booking your time off is quick and simple using Slack. Follow these steps to submit your request directly from any Slack channel.

Written by Ben Feldman
Updated over 4 months ago

1. Start Your Time Away Request

In any Slack channel or direct message, type:

/book time away

Slack will automatically suggest the command as you begin typing. Press Enter to open the Time Away pop-up.
Note: This will not send a message to the channel.

2. Select Your Time Away Type

A pop-up window will appear asking you to choose the type of time away you’re booking — for example, Vacation, Sick Leave, or any other available category.

Select the appropriate option and click Continue.

3. Set Your Dates

You’ll now be asked to enter:

  • Start date

  • End date

  • Whether the start date is a full day or a partial day

  • Your total days booked and remaining balance (automatically calculated)

Once everything looks correct, click Continue.

4. Add an Explanation (Optional)

You can add a note or explanation for your manager if needed. This field is optional.

5. Submit Your Request

Click Book time away to send your request.

Managers will receive a notification via email and Slack to approve the request. They can manage the booking from the web, mobile app, or directly within Slack.

If you have any questions or need help, please reach out to our support team!

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