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    {
        "role": "user",
        "content": "How%20do%20I%20cloe%20out%20of%20a%20Discord%20server%20using%20the%20Windows%20app%20and%20the%20key%20board%3F"
    },
    {
        "role": "assistant",
        "content": "Here\u2019s how to **leave** (i.e. close out of) a Discord server using the **Windows desktop app**, with both mouse and keyboard guides. Note: there\u2019s no built-in direct keyboard-only shortcut for leaving a server\u2014mouse actions are required to open the menu. Once the menu is open, you can finish with keyboard or mouse.\n\n---\n\n## \ud83d\uddb1 Using the Mouse (Click Method)\n\n1. Open Discord and make sure you're signed in.\n2. On the **left sidebar**, locate the **server icon** of the server you want to leave. ([androidauthority.com](https://www.androidauthority.com/leaving-discord-servers-3143022/?utm_source=openai))  \n3. **Right-click** on that server icon to open its context menu. ([androidauthority.com](https://www.androidauthority.com/leaving-discord-servers-3143022/?utm_source=openai))  \n4. In that menu, choose **Leave Server** (usually in red). ([androidauthority.com](https://www.androidauthority.com/leaving-discord-servers-3143022/?utm_source=openai))  \n5. Confirm when prompted (\u201cLeave Server\u201d) and you'll be removed. ([howtogeek.com](https://www.howtogeek.com/754542/how-to-leave-a-discord-server/?utm_source=openai))\n\n---\n\n## \u2328 Using the Keyboard + Mouse (Semi-Keyboard Method)\n\nSince there\u2019s no direct keyboard shortcut to leave a server, this hybrid method helps:\n\n1. Use `Tab` + arrow keys (or `F6`) to **navigate focus** to the **server list** on the left sidebar. ([support.discord.com](https://support.discord.com/hc/en-us/articles/1500000056121-Keyboard-Navigation-FAQ?utm_source=openai))  \n2. Use arrow keys to select/highlight the server you want to leave.  \n3. Press `Context Menu` key (if your keyboard has one; usually between the Windows and Control keys) or `Shift + F10`. These simulate a **right-click** on the focused server.  \n4. In the menu that appears, use the arrow keys to scroll down to **Leave Server**.  \n5. Press `Enter` to select it.  \n6. In the confirmation dialog, press `Tab` (if needed) to move focus to the \u201cLeave Server\u201d button, then press `Enter`.  \n\n---\n\nIf you want me to help walk you through this with your exact Discord version\u2014or find a possible plugin or custom keybind to speed this up\u2014just let me know!"
    },
    {
        "role": "user",
        "content": "I%20donot%20want%20to%20have%20to%20joint%20eh%20server%20again.%20I%20want%20it%20closed%20out%20of%20my%20list%20of%20open%20servers."
    },
    {
        "role": "assistant",
        "content": "If you want a Discord server to stop showing up permanently in your server list on the Windows app, leaving the server is the way to do it. Once you leave, it **disappears from your sidebar**\u2014you won\u2019t see it again unless someone gives you an invite. ([howtogeek.com](https://www.howtogeek.com/754542/how-to-leave-a-discord-server/?utm_source=openai))\n\nHere\u2019s how you can fully remove it:\n\n---\n\n## Steps to Permanently Remove a Server from Your List\n\n1. Open Discord on your Windows computer.\n2. In the left sidebar, **find the server icon** for the server you no longer want.\n3. **Right-click** on the server icon.\n4. In the menu that pops up, click **\u201cLeave Server\u201d** (usually in red). ([androidauthority.com](https://www.androidauthority.com/leaving-discord-servers-3143022/?utm_source=openai))\n5. Confirm the choice in the dialog box by clicking **Leave Server** again. ([howtogeek.com](https://www.howtogeek.com/754542/how-to-leave-a-discord-server/?utm_source=openai))\n\nAfter doing this, the server will be gone from your list of servers\u2014no more open server icon or notifications or channels. ([androidauthority.com](https://www.androidauthority.com/leaving-discord-servers-3143022/?utm_source=openai))\n\n---\n\n## If You Created the Server Yourself\n\nIf you're the **owner** of the server, there's an extra step\u2014because a server can\u2019t exist without an owner. You\u2019ll need to **transfer ownership** to someone else before you can leave it. ([makeuseof.com](https://www.makeuseof.com/how-to-leave-discord-server/?utm_source=openai))\n\nHere\u2019s how:\n\n- Open Server Settings \u2192 Members.\n- Find someone else you trust.\n- Click their name \u2192 the three dots \u2192 **Transfer Ownership**.\n- Confirm the transfer (you might need to check a box acknowledging it). ([makeuseof.com](https://www.makeuseof.com/how-to-leave-discord-server/?utm_source=openai))\n\nOnce someone else owns it, you can leave just like with any other server.\n\n---\n\nLet me know if you want help finding the **\u201cTransfer Ownership\u201d** options or if something seems missing in your app; sometimes updates move things around."
    },
    {
        "role": "user",
        "content": "I%20want%20to%20cloet%20he%20servers%20specific%20tab.%20I%20do%20not%20want%20to%20leave%20and%20have%20to%20rejoin."
    },
    {
        "role": "assistant",
        "content": "I checked: currently Discord doesn\u2019t have a built-in way to \u201cclose\u201d or completely hide a server from your sidebar *without leaving it*. Here are your options, plus what people do instead:\n\n---\n\n## \ud83d\udeab What Discord *doesn\u2019t* support\n\n- You can\u2019t hide a server so that it\u2019s totally gone from your sidebar unless you leave the server. ([reddit.com](https://www.reddit.com/r/discordapp/comments/1i59u8h?utm_source=openai))  \n- Muting or hiding muted channels won\u2019t hide the server\u2019s icon\u2014servers stay there whether you mute or not. ([reddit.com](https://www.reddit.com/r/discordapp/comments/1i59u8h?utm_source=openai))  \n\n---\n\n## \u2705 What *you can* do instead\n\nYou can make the server less visible and less distracting using these built-in tricks:\n\n1. **Move it into a folder**  \n   - On desktop, drag the server icon onto another server icon to create a folder.  \n   - Drop it in there.  \n   - Collapse that folder so the server icons inside are hidden until you open it.  \n   - That way it doesn\u2019t get in the way. ([gamesbeat.com](https://gamesbeat.com/discord-folders-hide-those-servers-you-joined-only-for-the-emojis/?utm_source=openai))  \n\n2. **Mute the server**  \n   - Right-click the server icon \u2192 select \u201cMute Server\u201d.  \n   - Choose to mute for always (or a long duration).  \n   - Reduce notifications to avoid distractions. ([whoihavetobe.com](https://whoihavetobe.com/hide-servers-discord/?utm_source=openai))  \n\n3. **Hide muted channels**  \n   - After muting, use Discord\u2019s \u201cHide Muted Channels\u201d setting to minimize visual clutter.  \n   - The server stays visible, but it blends in more. ([guidingtech.com](https://www.guidingtech.com/how-to-hide-mutual-servers-on-discord/?utm_source=openai))  \n\n---\n\n## \u26a0\ufe0f Third-party tools / mods\n\nThere *are* some community-made plugins and mods (like for BetterDiscord or Vencord) that let you hide servers, but these:\n\n- Aren\u2019t official.  \n- Might violate Discord\u2019s Terms of Service.  \n- Could risk your account being penalized. ([github.com](https://github.com/TetraSsky/CleanCord?utm_source=openai))  \n\n---\n\nIf you want, I can help you set up a folder and mute/hidden-channels layout so the server is out of sight but still in your list. Do you want me to walk you through that for your Windows Discord desktop app?"
    },
    {
        "role": "user",
        "content": "yes%20remember%20I%20only%20use%20a%20keybaord%20and%20a%20screen%20reader."
    },
    {
        "role": "assistant",
        "content": "Here\u2019s how you can use **only your keyboard + screen reader** on the Discord desktop app (Windows) to make servers less visible\u2014not fully hide them, but reduce their presence. These tools can help because Discord doesn\u2019t support truly hiding a server without leaving it. Based on Discord\u2019s current features (as of early 2026) ([discord.com](https://discord.com/blog/how-to-navigate-discord-using-only-your-keyboard?utm_source=openai))\n\n---\n\n## \ud83d\udd27 1. Turn on Keyboard Navigation\n\nYou\u2019ll need keyboard navigation to use everything below:\n\n- Press **Tab** repeatedly until a blue focus ring appears around interactive items. This activates keyboard mode. ([support.discord.com](https://support.discord.com/hc/en-us/articles/1500000056121-Keyboard-Navigation-FAQ?utm_source=openai))  \n- Use **Arrow keys** to move up/down through lists (like servers on the left or channels inside servers).  \n- Use **Enter** or **Spacebar** to activate whatever is focused. ([support.discord.com](https://support.discord.com/hc/en-us/articles/1500000056121-Keyboard-Navigation-FAQ?utm_source=openai))  \n\n---\n\n## \ud83d\udcc1 2. Use Server Folders to Group Servers\n\nYou can move a server into a folder so it\u2019s tucked away:\n\n1. Tab through until your **Server List** is focused.  \n2. Arrow up/down until you highlight the server icon you want to move. ([discord.com](https://discord.com/blog/how-to-navigate-discord-using-only-your-keyboard?utm_source=openai))  \n3. Press **Ctrl + D** to \u201cpick up\u201d the server. ([discord.com](https://discord.com/blog/how-to-navigate-discord-using-only-your-keyboard?utm_source=openai))  \n4. Use arrow keys to move the focused \u201cpicked up\u201d server and position it over another server (which becomes a folder) or onto an existing folder.  \n5. Press **Enter** to drop it\u2014moving it into the folder or creating a new one. ([discord.com](https://discord.com/blog/how-to-navigate-discord-using-only-your-keyboard?utm_source=openai))  \n\nOnce inside a folder, you can collapse the folder (using keyboard + enter) so servers inside it aren\u2019t always visible. This doesn\u2019t hide it completely but makes it more out of sight. ([support.discord.com](https://support.discord.com/hc/en-us/articles/360030853132-Server-Folders-101?utm_source=openai))  \n\n---\n\n## \ud83d\udd15\n\n3. Mute & Hide Muted Channels\n\nYou can mute channels (and even the entire server visually) to reduce how much shows up:\n\n- Go to a server you want quieter.  \n- Use Tab + arrow keys to move to the server\u2019s name \u2192 open server settings \u2192 find \u201cHide Muted Channels\u201d and toggle it on. Muted channels will be hidden from your channel list. ([support.discord.com](https://support.discord.com/hc/en-us/articles/213599277-How-do-I-hide-muted-channels?utm_source=openai))  \n- Muting also reduces notifications from that server. It doesn\u2019t hide the server entirely from your sidebar. ([support.discord.com](https://support.discord.com/hc/en-us/articles/213599277-How-do-I-hide-muted-channels?utm_source=openai))  \n\n---\n\n## \ud83d\udcdc 4. Useful Keyboard Shortcuts\n\nHere are shortcuts helpful for navigating to servers, muting, etc.:\n\n- **Switch servers (left sidebar)**: Ctrl + Alt + Up/Down arrow keys ([hbk91.github.io](https://hbk91.github.io/2021StudyNotes/Discord.html?utm_source=openai))  \n- **Toggle mute voice channel/server**: Ctrl + Shift + M ([hbk91.github.io](https://hbk91.github.io/2021StudyNotes/Discord.html?utm_source=openai))  \n\n---\n\n## \u26a0\ufe0f What *you can\u2019t* do (yet)\n\n- You cannot fully hide or close the server icon from your sidebar without leaving. Repeated from official FAQs: servers stay visible in the list unless you leave them. ([reddit.com](https://www.reddit.com/r/discordapp/comments/1i59u8h?utm_source=openai))  \n- There is no built-in keyboard shortcut (as of now) to directly mute a server from focus solely via keyboard; you must open a menu. ([support.discord.com](https://support.discord.com/hc/en-us/community/posts/4408436265367-Keyboard-shortcut-option-to-mute-server-or-text-channel?utm_source=openai))  \n\n---\n\nIf you want, I can walk you through setting up **safe keybinds** so muting/hiding channels or folders becomes as easy as two keystrokes using only your keyboard + screen reader. Do you want to do that?"
    },
    {
        "role": "user",
        "content": "Those%20directions%20are%20totally%20unsuitable%20for%20a%20blnd%20person."
    },
    {
        "role": "assistant",
        "content": "Thanks for letting me know. Let\u2019s try to find the best way to reduce \u2014 but not fully hide \u2014 a server in Discord using only keyboard + screen reader, while keeping it available in case you need it later. I'll also cover Discord\u2019s built-in accessibility tools you can use, and ways to voice line these steps (so your screen reader can guide you).\n\n---\n\n## \ud83c\udfaf Discord features that help blind or visually impaired users\n\nThe Discord team has been working to support full keyboard navigation and screen-reader users. ([discord.com](https://discord.com/blog/how-to-navigate-discord-using-only-your-keyboard?utm_source=openai))  \nKey controls include:\n\n- **Tab** to move through buttons/interactive items.  \n- **Arrow keys** to move up/down through lists (like servers, channels). ([discord.com](https://discord.com/blog/how-to-navigate-discord-using-only-your-keyboard?utm_source=openai))  \n- **F6** to switch focus between major regions:  \n\u2002\u2002Server list / DM button \u2192 Conversation/channel list \u2192 Message area \u2192 Member list. ([discord.com](https://discord.com/blog/how-to-navigate-discord-using-only-your-keyboard?utm_source=openai))  \n- **Ctrl + /** opens the keyboard shortcuts menu (so you can hear all shortcuts supported by your version). ([reddit.com](https://www.reddit.com/r/Blind/comments/1i6f1dg?utm_source=openai))  \n\nYou should enable your screen reader (JAWS, NVDA, or similar). Discord works best when fully navigating via keyboard and screen reader focus. ([discord.com](https://discord.com/blog/how-discord-implemented-app-wide-keyboard-navigation?utm_source=openai))\n\n---\n\n## \ud83d\udd0d Reducing server visibility using built-in Discord tools (keyboard & screen reader friendly)\n\nWhile you *can\u2019t* entirely hide a server without leaving, here are methods to reduce its prominence so it\u2019s out of your main view but still there.\n\nThese steps are adapted for screen reader guidance:\n\n| Measure | Steps with keyboard + what to listen for / what your screen reader should say |\n|---|---|\n| **1. Create a server folder + collapse it** | 1. Press **Tab** until focus is on the server list.  <br>2. Use **Up/Down arrows** to highlight the server you want to move. <br>3. Press **Ctrl + D** \u2192 Discord reads something like \u201cServer picked up.\u201d <br>4. Use **Left/Right/Up/Down arrows** to move it over another server \u2192 Discord should read \u201cFolder with [Server B]\u201d if you hover over another server. <br>5. Press **Enter** \u2192 server dropped into folder; screen reader will announce folder creation. <br>6. Once folder is formed, **Tab** to that folder \u2192 **Enter** to open/collapse it. If you collapse: screen reader says \u201cFolder collapsed.\u201d |\n| **2. Mute the server and hide muted channels** | 1. Navigate to server icon via **Tab + arrows**. <br>2. Press **Enter** when server name is focused \u2192 context menu opens. <br>3. Navigate menu with **Tab** until you land on \u201cMute Server\u201d \u2192 press **Enter** and choose \u201cUntil I turn it back on\u201d or a long duration. <br>4. Then go into server\u2019s settings: Use keyboard + Tab until \u201cHide muted channels\u201d option \u2192 toggle it on. Your screen reader should say \u201cHide muted channels on / off.\u201d This makes channels inside muted servers not listed unless unmuted. |\n| **3. Use compact mode / adjust display to be simpler** | Access **User Settings** via the gear icon: <br>\u2022 Navigate with **Tab + arrows** or using F6 to the settings panel. <br>\u2022 Find \u201cAppearance\u201d > message display options. <br>\u2022 Change to \u201cCompact\u201d mode. This reduces clutter and visual distractions. Keywords for screen reader: \u201cAppearance\u201d, \u201cMessage Display\u201d, \u201cCompact\u201d. |\n\n---\n\n## \u26a0\ufe0f Why these work, and where they fail\n\n- These reduce the **visual load** and **auditory clutter** (fewer notifications, fewer channels visible) without losing access permanently.\n- But: the server **icon itself in the sidebar** will still be present. There\u2019s no current Discord feature to absolutely remove it without leaving the server. ([reddit.com](https://www.reddit.com/r/discordapp/comments/vntapt/can_i_hide_a_server_without_leaving_it/?utm_source=openai))  \n- Plug-ins or mods (e.g. CleanCord, BetterDiscord) can hide servers visually\u2014but they aren\u2019t screen-reader friendly, aren\u2019t officially supported, and could violate Discord\u2019s Terms of Service. Not recommended if you share your account or want to keep things standard. ([github.com](https://github.com/TetraSsky/CleanCord?utm_source=openai))  \n\n---\n\n## \ud83d\udde3 Sample walkthrough you can do with screen reader\n\nHere\u2019s how you might **ask your screen reader** or follow its feedback:\n\n1. \u201cFocus on server list.\u201d (Tab until you hear something like \u201cDiscord icon, Server X, unread\u201d, etc.)  \n2. \u201cMove server into folder.\u201d (Ctrl+D, arrow keys, Enter; listen for \u201cfolder created\u201d.)  \n3. \u201cMute server.\u201d (Context menu \u2192 Mute Server \u2192 choose \u201cuntil I turn it back on\u201d; listen for confirmation.)  \n4. \u201cHide muted channels.\u201d (Open server settings \u2192 look for \u201cHide muted channels\u201d; toggle on.)  \n\nIf any of those are hard to find, you can press Ctrl +/ to hear *all* shortcuts \u2192 then try \u201cpick up server\u201d or \u201cmove server\u201d to confirm the current shortcut on your version. ([reddit.com](https://www.reddit.com/r/Blind/comments/1i6f1dg?utm_source=openai))\n\n---\n\nIf you want, I can make a **custom script** of what a screen reader like NVDA or JAWS would say at each step, so it\u2019s easier to follow. Would you like that?"
    }
]