What's New 
in Teams Free
PowerPoint Live Just Got More Inclusive
Teams Insider exclusive
Available on Desktop, Web
We’re excited to announce that PowerPoint Live presentations shared in Microsoft Teams meetings are now fully viewable by users joining with a personal (Teams Free) account. This update removes previous limitations and ensures a seamless, engaging experience for everyone—whether you’re using Teams for work or for personal collaboration. This update is currently available to Teams Insiders only and will be rolled out to all Teams users later.
Need to Notify Everyone in a Chat?
Available on Desktop, Web, Mobile
You can now simply use @Everyone to instantly alert all members in the conversation—no need to tag people one by one!
Bring More to the Conversation with New Apps in Teams Free
Available on Desktop, Web
Your chats and communities just got a whole lot more dynamic. You can now add apps that make staying informed, celebrating wins, and finding quick answers easier than ever:
- Celebrate: Give kudos, mark milestones, and share special moments with your group.
- Weather: Stay on top of the forecast without leaving your chat.
- Stock: Keep an eye on real-time market updates right where you collaborate.
- Wikipedia Search: Look up facts and context instantly—no need to switch tabs.
Whether you’re planning a project, chatting with friends, or building a community, these apps help you do more—right where the conversation happens.
Resize and Reorganize Your Teams Desktop Experience
Available on Desktop, Web
You can now resize the Teams desktop app window to better suit your workflow—whether you prefer a compact view or a more spacious layout. Additionally, the left and right panes are adjustable, giving you more control over how you navigate and manage
No More Typos: Spell Check Comes to Teams
Available on Desktop, Web
Say goodbye to typos in your Teams messages—spell check is now built into both the Teams desktop and web apps. It automatically highlights any misspellings as you type, so you can make quick corrections before hitting send.
Never Miss a New Community Post Again
Available on Desktop, Web, Mobile
Never miss out on new community content again! Fresh posts are now clearly marked with a ‘New’ badge, making them easy to spot across the communities.
More Reactions, More Fun
Available on Desktop, Web, Mobile
You’re no longer limited to just one reaction in chat or community messages—now you can express yourself with as many emoji reactions as you like. Just tap one, then another, and keep going. It’s that simple—and a lot more fun.
Start a Meeting in a Click – Now in Teams Free
Available on Desktop, Web
We are excited to introduce a new feature that makes spontaneous meetings in Teams Free easier than ever. You can now start an instant meeting with everyone in a group chat with just a click of a button.
