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# How Slack decides to send a notification
- URL: https://www.everydayux.net/how-slack-decides-to-send-a-notification/
- Published: 2023-02-23T17:47:00.000Z
- Updated: 2025-08-08T01:37:55.000Z
- Description: Slack’s approach to sending notifications might seem simple, but a closer look reveals a surprisingly complex decision-making process.
- Author: Jess Eddy
- Tags: Humor

“How Slack Decides to Send a Notification” gained popularity for brilliantly capturing the complexity behind a seemingly simple decision. Using an intricate flowchart, it humorously and professionally illustrates the numerous factors Slack considers when deciding whether to send a notification to a user.

![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/e2/c8/e2c8d8ea-d001-44db-8d26-68a74026f28e/content/images/2024/09/how-slack-decides-to-send-a-notification-2.png)

This image connected with many people because it showed the intricate and thoughtful processes behind something as common as a notification. It resonates with users who have dealt with unpredictable notifications, offering a relatable and entertaining take on the issue. The image also provided a rare look into the careful decision-making that influences user experiences, emphasizing the importance of balancing functionality with user needs.

The image’s clever blend of simplicity and humor makes it highly shareable, quickly becoming a sensation among the tech community. It reminds us that even the smallest product decisions involve a lot more thought than one might assume, reinforcing the value of thoughtful design and product development.

> “Complexity is often hidden in the simplicity of a well-designed experience.” — Unknown

> This is one of my favourite examples of a workflow.  
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> "How Slack decides to send a notification."  
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> Keep this in mind the next time someone asks you to design a "simple" feature. [pic.twitter.com/EOWcMaDZuz](https://t.co/EOWcMaDZuz?ref=everydayux.net)
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> — Jess ♡ (@jesseddy) [February 21, 2023](https://twitter.com/jesseddy/status/1627923011490975746?ref%5Fsrc=twsrc%5Etfw&ref=everydayux.net)

[See the Twitter conversation](https://x.com/jesseddy/status/1627923011490975746?ref=everydayux.net).