How to Add Roles in Discord on Desktop (PC) and Mobile Devices

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In this guide, you'll learn how to add roles in Discord. Whether you're a server owner, administrator, or moderator, understanding how to use roles effectively can help you streamline communication, organization, and moderation within your community. Follow our step-by-step instructions, tips, and best practices to take your Discord server to the next level.

How to add roles on Discord Desktop (PC)

Step 1: Open Discord and navigate to the server where you want to assign a role to a member.

Step 2: Find the member in the channel list or chat window that you want to assign a role to.

Step 3: Left-click on the member's name to open the dropdown menu.

Step 4: From the dropdown menu, select "Roles" or “No Roles”.

Step 5: The roles that are currently assigned to the member will be listed here. To assign a new role, click on the plus sign "+" icon.

Step 6: A list of available roles will appear. Select the role you want to assign to the member by clicking on it.

Step 7: Once you have selected the role, the member will be assigned that role. You can verify this by checking the member's name in the channel list or chat window - their assigned roles will appear next to their name.

That's it! Assigning roles to members in Discord is a simple process that can be done in just a few clicks. Note that in order to assign roles to members, you must have the appropriate permissions - if you're not sure whether you have the necessary permissions, check with the server owner or administrator.

How to add roles on Discord Mobile

Step 1: Open the Discord app on your mobile device and navigate to the server where you want to assign a role to a member.

Step 2: Find the member in the channel list or chat window that you want to assign a role to.

Step 3: Press on the member's name to open the context menu.

Step 4: From the context menu, select "Manage."

Step 5: The roles that are currently assigned to the member will be listed here. To assign a new role, tap the edit roles button.

Step 6: A list of available roles will appear. Select the role you want to assign to the member by tapping on it. Then click “Save”

Step 7: Click “Close”

Step 8: Once you have selected the role, the member will be assigned that role. You can verify this by checking the member's name in the channel list or chat window - their assigned roles will appear next to their name.

That's it! Assigning roles to members in Discord mobile is a quick and easy process. Note that in order to assign roles to members, you must have the appropriate permissions - if you're not sure whether you have the necessary permissions, check with the server owner or administrator.

FAQ’s

Can I create a role with no permissions in Discord?

Yes, you can create a role with no permissions by toggling off all the permissions in the role creation menu.

Can I assign multiple roles to a single member in Discord?

Yes, you can assign multiple roles to a single member in Discord by selecting all the roles you want to assign in the roles menu.

How can I create a role that is only visible to certain members in Discord?

You can create a role that is only visible to certain members by selecting "Display role separately from online status" in the role creation menu and assigning it only to the members you want to see it.

Can I edit a role that has already been assigned to a member in Discord?

Yes, you can edit a role that has already been assigned to a member by going to the roles menu and adjusting the permissions or other settings for that role.

Can I delete a role that has already been assigned to a member in Discord?

Yes, you can delete a role that has already been assigned to a member by going to the roles menu and selecting the role you want to delete, then clicking the "Delete" button.

How can I create a role that can only be assigned by certain members in Discord?

You can create a role that can only be assigned by certain members by adjusting the role permissions to allow only certain members or roles to assign that role.

Can I set up a role that automatically assigns to new members in Discord?

Yes, you can set up a role that automatically assigns to new members by going to the server settings menu, selecting "Roles," and then setting up the "Auto Assign Roles" option.

How can I change the order of roles in Discord?

You can change the order of roles in Discord by dragging and dropping them in the roles menu.

How can I create a role that only allows access to certain channels in Discord?

You can create a role that only allows access to certain channels by adjusting the role permissions to allow access only to those channels.

Can I set up a role that restricts the ability to send messages in Discord?

Yes, you can set up a role that restricts the ability to send messages by adjusting the role permissions to disallow the "Send Messages" permission.