Step 1: Open Discord
To make a Discord channel read only, you need to open Discord first. You can do this by clicking on the Discord app on your desktop or by visiting the Discord website.
Step 2: Select the Channel
Once you are in Discord, select the channel that you want to make read only. You can do this by clicking on the channel name on the left-hand side of the screen.
Step 3: Click on the Settings Icon
Next, click on the settings icon located to the right of the channel name. This will open the channel settings menu.
Step 4: Click on Permissions
In the channel settings menu, click on the Permissions option. This will open the permissions settings for the channel.
Step 5: Edit the @everyone Role
To make the channel read only, you need to edit the @everyone role. Click on the @everyone role to open its permissions settings.
Step 6: Disable Send Messages Permission
In the @everyone permissions settings, disable the Send Messages permission. This will prevent anyone without a specific role from sending messages in the channel.
Step 7: Save Changes
After you have disabled the Send Messages permission, make sure to save your changes. Click on the Save Changes button to apply the new read only settings to the channel.
FAQs
Can I make a Discord channel read only for specific roles?
Yes, you can make a Discord channel read only for specific roles. To do this, follow the same steps as above but instead of editing the @everyone role, edit the specific role that you want to make read only.
Can I still read messages in a read only channel?
Yes, you can still read messages in a read only channel. The read only setting only prevents users from sending messages in the channel.
How do I remove read only settings from a channel?
To remove read only settings from a channel, simply enable the Send Messages permission in the @everyone or specific role permissions settings.
Conclusion
Making a Discord channel read only can help you limit who can post messages in the channel. By following the steps outlined in this article, you can easily make a channel read only in Discord. Remember to save your changes after editing the permissions settings and don’t forget to check out the FAQs section for additional information.