How to change status settings on Microsoft Teams
Are you getting started with Microsoft Teams? Use these steps to change the status settings according to your availability.
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On Windows 10, the Microsoft Teams app allows you to set a specific status to let other people know your availability when using the service.
When using the Teams app onWindows 10, you can have two types of status, including a little badge that appears on your profile icon to make sure that your colleagues know that you’re “away,” “busy,” or “offline.” And you can set a custom status message that will appear to anyone who sends you a direct message or mentions you in a team.
Also, the app includes an option to follow people’s availability status to receive a notification when a specific person is available or not.
In this Windows 10 guide, we’ll walk you through the steps to change the status settings on the Microsoft Teams app, including setting a custom status message and following someone to know when they’re online or offline.
How to change status on Microsoft Teams
To change the status on Teams, use these steps:
Once you complete the steps, a small dot indicating your availability will appear in your profile icon.
How to set custom status message on Microsoft Teams
To show a custom status message on Teams, use these steps:
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After you complete the steps, the status message will appear above the compose box when anyone sends you a direct or mention message. If you want to remove the message before the time expires, in the profile menu, you can click the delete (trash) icon.
How to follow person status on Microsoft Teams
To follow a person’s availability status on Teams, use these steps:
Once you complete the steps, you’ll get a notification when the person appears available or offline.
We’re focusing this guide on Windows 10, but you can refer to these steps if you’re using the service on another platform or the web.
Mauro Huculak has been a Windows How-To Expert contributor for WindowsCentral.com for nearly a decade and has over 15 years of experience writing comprehensive guides. He also has an IT background and has achieved different professional certifications from Microsoft, Cisco, VMware, and CompTIA. He has been recognized as a Microsoft MVP for many years.
