I have searched for all existing open AND closed issues and discussions for similar requests. I have found none that is comparable to my request.
Verify Feature Scope
I have read through and understood the scope definition for feature requests in the Issues section. I believe my feature request meets the definition and belongs in the Issues section instead of the Discussions.
Problem Description
Currently, channels only support file uploads and screen capture through the InputMenu. However, regular chats have access to the full IntegrationsMenu which includes Web Search
Desired Solution you'd like
It would be great to have Web Search available in channels as well, allowing users to search the internet while collaborating in channel conversations.
Current behavior: Channels only show "Upload Files" and "Capture" options
Expected behavior: Channels should have access to Web Search toggle (similar to regular chats)
Alternatives Considered
No response
Additional Context
No response
Originally created by @jqqin on GitHub (Feb 18, 2026).
Original GitHub issue: https://github.com/open-webui/open-webui/issues/21578
### Check Existing Issues
- [x] I have searched for all existing **open AND closed** issues and discussions for similar requests. I have found none that is comparable to my request.
### Verify Feature Scope
- [x] I have read through and understood the scope definition for feature requests in the Issues section. I believe my feature request meets the definition and belongs in the Issues section instead of the Discussions.
### Problem Description
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Currently, channels only support file uploads and screen capture through the InputMenu. However, regular chats have access to the full IntegrationsMenu which includes Web Search
### Desired Solution you'd like
It would be great to have Web Search available in channels as well, allowing users to search the internet while collaborating in channel conversations.
Current behavior: Channels only show "Upload Files" and "Capture" options
Expected behavior: Channels should have access to Web Search toggle (**similar to regular chats**)
### Alternatives Considered
_No response_
### Additional Context
_No response_
@samanhm1381-alt commented on GitHub (Feb 19, 2026):
Hi! I explored this feature from a UX perspective and created a small interaction proposal.
Problem
When Web Search is enabled from the chat bar, there is no persistent indication of that state in the channel list.
Users may forget search is active, especially when switching between conversations.
Proposed behavior
Synchronize the search state across the interface:
Toggling Search in the chat input enables/disables search for that conversation
The corresponding channel in the sidebar shows a small indicator (blue dot on the globe icon)
This keeps system status visible and prevents unintended searches
This does not introduce a new control — only a consistent state indicator.
Would love to hear your thoughts or constraints before refining further
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@samanhm1381-alt commented on GitHub (Feb 19, 2026):
Hi! I explored this feature from a UX perspective and created a small interaction proposal.
Problem
When Web Search is enabled from the chat bar, there is no persistent indication of that state in the channel list.
Users may forget search is active, especially when switching between conversations.
Proposed behavior
Synchronize the search state across the interface:
Toggling Search in the chat input enables/disables search for that conversation
The corresponding channel in the sidebar shows a small indicator (blue dot on the globe icon)
This keeps system status visible and prevents unintended searches
This does not introduce a new control — only a consistent state indicator.
Prototype (interactive)
](https://www.figma.com/proto/zs4yWnv9JmdwsfjUbeQU0X/Untitled?node-id=477-2&t=mClVuzvzcouAnpZK-1)
I kept the change minimal and aligned with the existing UI patterns so it should not affect current workflows.
Would love to hear your thoughts or constraints before refining further
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Originally created by @jqqin on GitHub (Feb 18, 2026).
Original GitHub issue: https://github.com/open-webui/open-webui/issues/21578
Check Existing Issues
Verify Feature Scope
Problem Description
Currently, channels only support file uploads and screen capture through the InputMenu. However, regular chats have access to the full IntegrationsMenu which includes Web Search
Desired Solution you'd like
It would be great to have Web Search available in channels as well, allowing users to search the internet while collaborating in channel conversations.
Current behavior: Channels only show "Upload Files" and "Capture" options
Expected behavior: Channels should have access to Web Search toggle (similar to regular chats)
Alternatives Considered
No response
Additional Context
No response
@samanhm1381-alt commented on GitHub (Feb 19, 2026):
Hi! I explored this feature from a UX perspective and created a small interaction proposal.
Problem
When Web Search is enabled from the chat bar, there is no persistent indication of that state in the channel list.
Users may forget search is active, especially when switching between conversations.
Proposed behavior
Synchronize the search state across the interface:
Toggling Search in the chat input enables/disables search for that conversation
The corresponding channel in the sidebar shows a small indicator (blue dot on the globe icon)
This keeps system status visible and prevents unintended searches
This does not introduce a new control — only a consistent state indicator.
Prototype (interactive)
](https://www.figma.com/proto/zs4yWnv9JmdwsfjUbeQU0X/Untitled?node-id=477-2&t=mClVuzvzcouAnpZK-1)
I kept the change minimal and aligned with the existing UI patterns so it should not affect current workflows.
Would love to hear your thoughts or constraints before refining further
@tjbck commented on GitHub (Feb 19, 2026):
https://github.com/open-webui/open-webui/issues/8050