Teams that coordinate projects through conversations, shared files, and online meetings can bring those tasks together in Lark for Windows. The app combines coworker chat with a workspace for creating and keeping documents, plus tools for scheduling and meeting with a team.
Coworker chats and shared files
Lark’s communication area is organized around chat rooms with coworkers. Alongside regular messages, people can mention a teammate, forward a message, respond with a mention, or add an emoji reaction. Those options keep comments and replies attached to the conversation where they came up.
Documents can be shared in chats, while the separate workspace provides a place to create and store work files. Teams can start with an invitation to an existing work area, or set up their own and invite colleagues. Personal work can also be kept in an individual space.
Video meetings and calendar
For live discussions, Lark meetings connect participants by webcam and include screen sharing. Meeting controls let participants mute audio or turn off video, and a text chat is available during the call. This supports a workflow where teammates can discuss a document or show their screen without leaving the team’s communication app.
- Use the calendar to note events for yourself or the team.
- Keep meeting conversations in text while the call is underway.
Starting a team workspace
Access begins with joining a company work area by invitation or creating a workspace and bringing colleagues in. Once inside, the main workflow divides between communication with coworkers and the area for documents. Teams can share files from chats and keep work materials in the workspace, with the calendar available for tracking events.
Pros
- Chat supports mentions, message replies, forwarding, and emoji reactions
- Meetings include webcam, screen sharing, chat, and audio and video controls
- A team calendar sits alongside chats and shared documents
Cons
- Getting started requires a company workspace invitation or creating your own workspace
System requirements: Windows 7, Windows 8, Windows 8.1, Windows 10, Windows 11 · 32-bit and 64-bit
Can Lark host video meetings?
Yes. Participants can use webcams, share screens, chat during the meeting, and mute audio or switch off video.
How do teams join Lark?
A team member can join a work area by invitation, or create one and invite colleagues.
Can teammates share documents in chat?
Yes. Lark supports sharing documents in coworker chat rooms, and it also has a workspace for creating and storing files.