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# Search for chat messages
There are two ways to use the search feature in Chat:
* You can use the **Search** option in the left sidebar to locate a specific chat or group.
* Additionally, you can use the magnifying glass icon 
within a specific chat to find what you are looking for.
### Find a chat from the chat list
To find a chat in your list of chats:
1. Open the **Chat** page.
2. In the left sidebar, type a keyword in the **Search** box. You can find a chat by chat ID, name, or specific message. All chats that meet your search criteria are displayed.
3. Select the chat to open it.
### Search for a message inside a specific chat
To search for a specific message within a chat:
1. On the **Chats** page, open the desired chat conversation.
2. Select the magnifying glass icon .
3. Enter the keyword you want to find (for example, invoice).
4. Browse through the highlighted matching messages.
5. Select **Close** to close the search bar.
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