You can revert back to Slacks old UI even if it's the desktop app

If you preferred Slack’s older interface, you can sometimes revert to the previous design even in the desktop application.

Possible workarounds:

  1. Use specific workspace URLs that point to older interface versions
  2. Check Slack’s preferences for “legacy” or “classic” view options
  3. Use browser extensions that restore old styling

Note: Slack frequently removes support for older interfaces, so these workarounds may only work temporarily. Check Slack’s preferences menu or community forums for current methods.

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