Using Scoop in Channels

Overview

Scoop in channels enables team collaboration while maintaining privacy for exploratory queries. Results are initially private, allowing you to refine your analysis before sharing insights with the team.

Mentioning Scoop

In any channel, mention @Scoop followed by your query:

@Scoop show me sales trends for Q4
@Scoop which products have the highest margin?
@Scoop create a bar chart of revenue by region

![Screenshot: User mentioning @Scoop in a channel with a query]

Private Responses

By default, Scoop responds privately (ephemeral messages) in channels:

• Only you can see the response
• Allows iteration without cluttering the channel
• Perfect for exploratory analysis

![Screenshot: Private Scoop response showing "Only visible to you" indicator]

Sharing Insights

Found something interesting? Share it with one click:

1. Click "📢 Share with Channel" button
2. The insight becomes visible to everyone
3. Includes attribution showing who discovered it

![Screenshot: Shared Scoop insight in channel with attribution]

What Gets Shared

When you share a result:

• The visualization or table
• AI-generated summary
• Original query (for context)
• Attribution to you as the discoverer

Best Practices for Channels

1. Start Broad, Then Narrow

@Scoop show me customer data
@Scoop filter to enterprise customers only
@Scoop what drives high-value deals?

2. Use DM for Complex Explorations

If you need multiple iterations:

![Screenshot: "Continue in DM" button on Scoop response]

Click "Continue in DM" to move your exploration to a private conversation.

3. Share Actionable Insights

Share results that:

• Answer team questions
• Reveal important patterns
• Support decision-making
• Highlight opportunities or risks

Channel-Specific Features

Dataset Mapping

Administrators can map specific datasets to channels:

• Automatic dataset selection for channel members
• Ensures teams work with relevant data
• Configured in Scoop admin panel

Team Notifications

When insights are shared:

• Team members see the full analysis
• Can follow up with their own questions
• Maintains conversation context

Tips for Team Collaboration

1. Set Context: Include why you're asking in your query

   @Scoop for the board meeting, show me customer growth by segment

2. Use Descriptive Queries: Help teammates understand your analysis

   @Scoop analyze churn patterns in our enterprise accounts vs SMB

3. Follow Up on Shared Insights: Build on discoveries

   @Scoop dig deeper into the APAC growth trend Sarah shared

Common Channel Commands

Next: Using Direct Messages