Posts by Joaoferreira

How to forward chat messages in Microsoft Teams

The forward message feature is a new capability that will enable you to send chat messages from one chat to another. You can forward messages from 1:1 chats, group chats and meeting chats. You can also add additional content to the message in order to provide context and clarity for the recipient.

For example, you can forward a message from a customer to your manager and ask for their input. You can forward a message from a colleague to a group chat and share their insights. You can forward a message from a meeting chat to a 1:1 chat and follow up on an action item.

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By João Ferreira Nov 2, 2023 Chat, Tips and Tricks 0 Comments

What’s new for Microsoft Viva – October 2023

Microsoft Viva continues to grow and evolve, bringing exciting new updates to its suite of products in October 2023. This monthly update showcases Microsoft commitment to improving and expanding the Viva ecosystem.

In this post, you’ll find the latest enhancements, including a new version of Viva Connections and the introduction of Viva Home. These updates promise to make the Viva experience even more valuable and user-friendly. Let’s dive into the details of what’s new for Microsoft Viva this October.

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By João Ferreira Oct 31, 2023 Microsoft Viva 0 Comments

How to create an Announcement in Microsoft Teams

In Microsoft Teams, announcements are a powerful tool for sharing essential updates and information within your channels. They stand out with their distinct formatting and offer a structured way of presenting important content.

This ensures that your message is noticed and provides extended visibility. It’s worth noting that announcements are exclusively available on channels, making them the preferred choice for highlighting important information and maintaining a clean and organized channel environment.

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By João Ferreira Oct 27, 2023 Chat 0 Comments

How to switch the order of new messages in Microsoft Teams channels

With the update of Microsoft Teams Channels, Microsoft has modified the way we view messages. The change, shifting new messages from the bottom of the window to the top, and this created quite a buzz in the Teams community. Some welcomed the adjustment, while others found it a bit upsetting. The discrepancy in behavior between chats and channels left many users yearning for consistency.

To bridge the gap and offer a solution for all, Microsoft is now introducing a feature that allows each user to personalize the placement of new messages in channels – whether they prefer them at the top or the bottom of the window. This update is bound to provide a more customized Teams experience for all users.

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By João Ferreira Oct 23, 2023 Chat 0 Comments

How to turn off incoming video in Microsoft Teams: Save bandwidth for better remote meetings

In today’s digital age, remote work and virtual meetings have become the norm. While the flexibility of working from home or anywhere else is a tremendous advantage, it does come with its own set of challenges. One of the most significant challenges is dealing with less-than-perfect internet connections. We’ve all been there – the video starts buffering, the audio gets choppy, and frustration sets in.

In such situations, every ounce of bandwidth becomes precious. This is where the ability to turn off incoming video in Microsoft Teams becomes a valuable feature. In this blog post, we’ll guide you through the process of disabling incoming video during a Teams meeting. By doing so, you can ensure a smoother and more efficient virtual meeting experience while conserving bandwidth.

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By João Ferreira Oct 9, 2023 Meetings 2 Comments

How to open the developer tools in the new Microsoft Teams client

Microsoft Teams has recently rolled out a new Teams client on both Windows and MacOS, utilizing the Edge WebView2 as the host, replacing Electron from the Teams Classic. While this transition promises several advantages, it has also brought some challenges for developers who rely on inspecting and debugging their apps using browser developer tools. In this blog post, I’m showing how to open developer tools in the new Microsoft Teams client and discuss the current limitations and workarounds.

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By João Ferreira Oct 6, 2023 Development, Microsoft Teams 0 Comments

Bringing back the familiarity: The return of the Teams Classic theme in Teams 2.1

Change can be unsettling, especially when it comes to the tools and software we use daily for work. Microsoft Teams, recently introduced a significant update – Teams 2.1.

While it brought several improvements and continues to bring new features, some users found themselves feeling a bit out of place due to the new light theme with its predominant white interface, a stark contrast to the familiar purple accent that had graced their screens for the past six years.

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By João Ferreira Oct 4, 2023 Microsoft Teams 0 Comments

What’s new for Microsoft Viva – September 2023

Microsoft Viva is receiving various updates and enhancements. Viva Insights is getting a refreshed homepage for organizational leaders, emphasizing leader-specific metrics and filters. Viva Engage introduces new campaign features and allows co-organizers. Viva Insights adds custom attributes and deep-dive reports for leaders. Viva Connections brings the Hero image to mobile and enhances the News Card and adds supports up to 50 distinct experiences. Lastly, the Viva Engage Community Creation API facilitates community creation programmatically.

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By João Ferreira Oct 2, 2023 Microsoft Viva 0 Comments

Edit your Microsoft Teams meeting recordings with Clipchamp

In today’s digital age, remote collaboration tools like Microsoft Teams have become essential in keeping teams connected and productive. One of the standout features of Microsoft Teams is its ability to record meetings, allowing you to revisit important discussions, presentations, or brainstorming sessions at your convenience. However, while meeting recordings are a great resource, not every moment captured is equally valuable. There may be instances where you need to trim the fat, enhance certain segments, or simply remove awkward silences or off-topic chatter to create a more polished and focused recording.

In this blog post, I will guide you through the process of editing a Microsoft Teams meeting recording using Clipchamp, allowing you to extract the most valuable information and present it in a format that’s both informative and engaging.

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By João Ferreira Sep 29, 2023 Meetings 0 Comments

Enhance your meetings with new engagement features in Microsoft Teams

Meetings have become an integral part of our professional lives, especially in today’s remote and hybrid work environments. While the purpose of meetings is to collaborate, communicate, and achieve collective goals, it’s equally important to gauge the level of engagement to ensure productivity and effectiveness. This is where the latest engagement features in Microsoft Teams, specifically designed for premium users, come into play. In this blog post, we’ll explore the significance of analyzing engagement data and dive into the exciting new capabilities that Microsoft Teams is rolling out to elevate your meeting experiences.

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By João Ferreira Sep 27, 2023 Meetings 0 Comments