How to Create a Discord Channel on Desktop
To improve Discord organization, you can categorize channels by topic. Keep in mind that channels can be text or voice-based. Follow these steps:
Step 1: Open Discord on your computer and log in to your account.
Step 2: In the left sidebar, right-click on your server and choose Create Channel.

Step 3: Name your channel and select its type (TEXT or VOICE) in the pop-up window.
Step 4: Toggle on the Private Channel to limit access to selected members.
Step 5: Click Create Channel.

Your newly created channel will now appear in the server’s sidebar. To change its position, drag and drop it where you want.
Also read: How to Fix Screen Share Not Working on Discord
How to Create a Discord Channel on Android
You can also create a Discord channel on your mobile device. The process is similar for both Android and iOS devices.
Step 1: Open Discord and select your server from the left sidebar.
Step 2: Tap on the three dots and select Create Channel.
Step 3: Name your channel and choose the channel type (Text or Voice).
Step 4: Toggle Private Channel on if you want it private. Otherwise, leave it off for a public channel.



Step 5: Tap Create to finish creating the channel.
So that’s how you can create a new voice or text channel on Discord. If notifications aren’t working properly for the new channel, check out our guide on fixing Discord’s notification issues.
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Last updated on 29 July, 2024
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