How to Send Important Messages in Microsoft Teams

Author: Aradhya | Guide: Microsoft Teams |

You can send important messages on Microsoft Teams so that the receiver can deal with them on a priority basis. The article below has simple and straightforward steps to send important messages on Microsoft Teams. Moreover, you can enable translation in Microsoft Teams. 

Send Important Messages in Microsoft Teams: 7 Steps 

Step 1: Open The Microsoft Teams App:  You have to begin by opening the Microsoft Teams App.

  • It can be downloaded from Google Play Store or Apple App Store for Android and iOS devices.
  • In case you have a lot of apps hoarded on your device, you can simply open it by searching for it in the search bar.
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Step 2: Tap on the Chat: Then, tap on the chat where you want to send important messages. 

It is a great way to get your message noticed.

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Step 3: Tap on the Add Icon: Thereafter, tap on the add icon.

This has some additional features that you can use while sending texts, including but not limited to:

  • Gif
  • Format
  • Media
  • Attach
  • Location
  • Loop
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Step 4: Tap on Priority: Now, tap on Priority. The following options will appear:

  • Important 
  • Urgent 
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Step 5: Tap on Important: Then, you have to tap on 'Important' to send an important message.

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Step 6: Type the Message and Send it:

  • A message box appears with an Important heading. 
  • Then, you have to type the message in the message box. 
  • Lastly, tap on the arrow against the message box to send it.
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The above simple steps explain the procedure to send important messages on Microsoft Teams. The next section answers some of the most repeatedly asked questions about Teams.

FAQ

What is an urgent message on Microsoft Teams?

An urgent message can be sent in Microsoft Teams if you want a message to be dealt with on a priority basis. It sends notifications at repeated intervals in order to ensure that the message gets noticed.

What is a loop message on Microsoft Teams?

In a loop message, you can send paragraphs, tables, tables, tasks, checkboxes, etc. It is a formal and professional way of sending important messages.

How to send GIF on Microsoft Teams?

You can send GIF on Microsoft Teams by following these simple steps-

  • Begin with opening the Microsoft Teams App
  • Then, tap on the chat where you want to send GIF.
  • Next, tap on the add icon.
  • Lastly, tap on GIF. You can also search what you are looking for and then tap on the GIF. Don't forget to send the message.

How to lock Teams on Microsoft Teams?

You can lock teams on Microsoft Teams by following the simple steps mentioned in the linked article. This locks and meeting and stops more people from joining in. 

What is the shortcut to show commands on the Microsoft Teams web app?

The shortcut to show commands on Microsoft Teams web app is Ctrl+ Slash(/).

The above article, in the first section, explains the process to send important messages on Microsoft Teams. In the next section, has a list of most frequently asked questions and answers. Hope that helps you to gain an extra edge while using teams.

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