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# Servers and Channels

A server is the main shared space in Toju. Servers contain members, channels, permissions, optional plugins, and server settings.

## Server Rail

The server rail is the vertical list of servers on the left side of the app.

- Click a server icon to open it.
- Use the add/search control to find or join more servers.
- A badge can show unread activity.
- Server context actions can include invite, leave, or server settings depending on your permissions.

## Text Channels

Text channels are written conversations. Each text channel has its own message list.

Common examples:

| Channel | Use |
| --- | --- |
| `general` | Everyday chat. |
| `announcements` | Updates from owners or admins. |
| `support` | Help requests. |
| `clips` | Shared media or links. |

Messages, replies, reactions, attachments, GIFs, typing indicators, and plugin-created messages are scoped to the active text channel.

## Voice Channels

Voice channels are live spaces. Joining a voice channel connects your microphone and lets you use camera or screen sharing when enabled.

Voice channel examples:

| Channel | Use |
| --- | --- |
| `Lobby` | Casual drop-in voice. |
| `Gaming` | In-game voice. |
| `Meeting` | Focused calls. |
| `Support Room` | Live help. |

## Text Channels vs Voice Channels

| Text channel | Voice channel |
| --- | --- |
| Written messages. | Live audio and media. |
| You can read later. | You join and leave in real time. |
| Uses the message composer. | Uses voice controls. |
| Good for searchable discussions. | Good for conversations, calls, screen shares, and quick coordination. |

## Server Members

The member list shows people known to the server. Online members appear separately from offline members. Depending on permissions, owners, admins, or moderators can move users between voice channels, kick users, ban users, or change roles.

## Invites

Invite links help other users join a server. If a server is private or password-protected, the invite or password controls who can enter.

## Server Plugins

A server can recommend or require plugins. Required server plugins may block joining until you choose whether to install them. Optional and recommended plugins can be skipped.