How to Use Discord - 2024 Update

Discord is a free app that allows users to communicate in real time using text, voice, or video. It was originally created to connect video gamers, but has since become popular with over 150 million users. 

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Introduction to Discord
Overview of Discord
Definition: All-in-one communication platform.
Features: Text, voice, and video chats, screen sharing.
Accessibility: Free to use, available on browsers, Windows, Mac, iOS, and Android.

Getting Started with Discord
Accessing Discord
Website: Visit discord.com.
Downloading: Options available for different operating systems.
Creating an Account
Sign-up process: Use email, username, and password.
Account creation page: Navigate through discord.com.

Setting Up Discord
Creating Your Own Server
Definition of a server: Your digital world within Discord.
Server creation: How to set up and customize (name, icon).
Inviting members: Using invite links, setting expiration.
Joining Existing Servers
Finding servers: Using Discord’s search functionality.
Types of servers: Public vs. private.
Joining process: Via invite links or search.

Navigating the Discord Interface
Understanding the Layout
Servers, Channels, and Conversations: Explained as layers.
Types of channels: Text-based and voice-based.
Organization: Using categories and folders to manage channels.
Managing Servers and Channels
Creating channels: Text and voice options.
Adjusting settings: Permissions, notifications.
Role management: Assigning roles, setting permissions.