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Tabs in Microsoft Teams

Overview

Tabs in Microsoft Teams help organize your work by adding quick access to important tools or content in your channels. You can add new pages, link existing files, or include apps like Planner, OneNote, or websites to make collaboration easier.

Getting Started

Follow these steps to add a tab to any team channel and choose the type of content or app you want to display.

Open the Team and Select a Channel

Start by choosing the channel where you want to add the tab.

  1. Open Microsoft Teams and sign in if needed.
  2. Select the Team from the left sidebar.
  3. Click on the specific channel where you want the new tab.

Add a New Tab

Choose the content type or app you want to add to the channel tab.

  1. At the top of the channel, click the plus (+) icon next to the existing tabs.
  2. Pick one of the following options:
    • New Page: Select tools like OneNote or Word to create a new document directly in the tab.
    • Existing Page: Link to an existing file in OneDrive, SharePoint, or your Teams files.
    • Apps: Choose from a wide range of apps like Planner, Forms, or third-party tools.
  3. Follow the on-screen prompts to configure and name the tab.
  4. Click "Save" or "Add" to finish.

Additional Details

  • You can remove or rename tabs at any time by clicking the dropdown arrow next to the tab name.
  • Some apps may require sign-in or setup before use in Teams.
  • Not all users have permission to add tabs; check with your Team Owner if you don’t see the plus icon.

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