How to add a new channel on Microsoft Teams

Author: Aradhya | Guide: Microsoft Teams |

You can add a new channel on Microsoft Teams and invite members to discuss, deliberate and work on certain events, projects or simply talk about a common hobby or sport. Team Channel is an amazing medium to interact and build networks. Read the article below to know in eight simple steps the process to add a new channel in Microsoft Teams. Moreover, you can make anybody the owner of the team on Microsoft Teams.  

How to create and manage a new channel in Microsoft Teams

Add a New Channel in Microsoft Teams: 8 Steps

Step 1- Open the Microsoft Teams App:

  • Firstly, open the Microsoft Teams App.
  • This app is supported by both Android and iOS phones and can be downloaded from Google Play Store and Apple App Store on the devices respectively.
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Step 2- Tap on the Teams Icon:

  • Thereafter, tap on the Teams Icon.
  • It is present on the bottom panel of the screen. 
  • Additionally, you can also refer to the infographics below to locate it.
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Step 3- Tap on the Three Dots:

  • Next, you have to tap on the three dots.
  • It contains all the settings related to the channel.
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Step 4- Tap on Manage Channels:

  • Hence, these options appear on the screen: manage members, manage tags, manage channels, leave team, edit team.
  • From among them, tap on manage channels.
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Step 5- Tap on the Add Icon: Then, you have to tap on the add icon to create a new channel. 

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Step 6- Enter the Details:

  • Thereafter, enter the following details of the channel:
  • Channel Name: You can name your channel whatever you want, it can also be something related to the context in which you created the channel.
  • Description: Adding a description to the channel is optional. It contains a description of the purpose of the channel.
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Step 7- Tap on the Check Mark Icon:

  • Don’t forget to save your channel’s name and details by pressing the check mark.
  • You can locate it in the top right corner of the screen.
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Step 8- Tap on the New Channel: Lastly, tap on your new channel to send messages, add members, etc.

Your channel is saved in the channel list.

Thus, by following the above steps, you can create a new channel on Microsoft Teams.

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FAQ

How do open activity on Microsoft Teams?

Follow these steps to open an activity on Microsoft Teams:

  • Firstly, open the Microsoft Teams App.
  • Next, tap on activity from the bottom left corner of the screen.

How to leave a team on Microsoft Teams?

Follow these steps to leave a team on Microsoft Teams:

  • Firstly, open Microsoft Teams.
  • Secondly, tap on the tree dots present against the name of the meeting.
  • Lastly, tap on leave teams.

Where to see meeting recap on Microsoft Teams?

You can see a recap of a meeting in the Chat window or in the Details section of the invite in your Teams calendar.

What is the shortcut to open Files on Microsoft Teams?

The shortcut to open Files on Microsoft Teams is Ctrl+6 on Microsoft Teams.

What is the shortcut to open Calendar on Microsoft Teams?

The shortcut to open Calendar on Microsoft Teams is Ctrl+4 on Microsoft Teams.

By reading the above article you will be able to add a new channel on  Microsoft Teams. And the subsequent section gives answers to the most repeatedly asked questions about Teams.

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