483252 – Microsoft Teams: Search with apps and agents personalized suggestionss (archived)

Product:

Teams

Platform:

Mac, Web, Windows Desktop, World tenant

Status:

Cancelled

Change type:

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Details:

We will not be releasing this feature at this time. We apologize for any inconvenience this may have caused. We are enhancing Teams search personalized suggestions to include apps and agents. When searching in Teams you will now also get apps and agent suggestions which dynamically update as you type.

Change Category:
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Scope:
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Release Phase:
General Availability

Created:
2025-03-05

updated:
2025-09-18

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summary for non-techies**

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Direct effects for Operations**

Feature Cancellation Impact
Users will not have access to enhanced search capabilities in Teams, leading to potential frustration and decreased productivity as they cannot find relevant apps and agents quickly.
   - roles: End Users, Team Leaders
   - references: https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoft-365/blog/2023/10/01/microsoft-teams-search-with-apps-and-agents-personalized-suggestions/

User Experience Degradation
The absence of personalized suggestions may result in a less intuitive user experience, causing users to rely on manual searches which can be time-consuming and inefficient.
   - roles: End Users, IT Support
   - references: https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoft-365/blog/2023/10/01/microsoft-teams-search-with-apps-and-agents-personalized-suggestions/

Configutation Options**

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explanation for non-techies**

Microsoft Teams is enhancing its search functionality to make it more intuitive and helpful for users. Imagine you're in a library, and instead of just searching for books by title or author, you also get recommendations for related resources like articles, videos, or expert contacts. This is similar to what Teams is aiming to do with its search feature.

When you start typing in the search bar, Teams will not only show you results related to your query but will also suggest relevant apps and agents that might be useful. Think of it like having a personal assistant who knows your preferences and can suggest tools or people that can help you complete your task more efficiently.

For instance, if you're searching for a project update, Teams might suggest the project management app you frequently use or connect you with a team member who has expertise in that area. This dynamic update of suggestions as you type is like having a smart GPS that not only shows you the route but also suggests nearby places of interest based on your past visits.

However, it's important to note that this feature won't be released at this time. While this might be disappointing, it's like waiting for a new gadget that’s still in development. The goal is to ensure that when it does become available, it will be a seamless and valuable addition to your workflow.