488300 – Microsoft Teams: Threads in channels

Product:

Teams

Platform:

Android, iOS, Mac, Web, Windows Desktop, World tenant

Status:

Launched

Change type:

Links:

MC1088172

Details:

Threads in channels allow you to start a side conversation within a channel and focus on specific topics while keeping the main conversation clutter-free. You can reply to specific messages and create a separate thread, helping to minimize distractions and foster better collaboration.

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Release Phase:
General Availability, Targeted Release

Created:
2025-05-21

updated:
2025-09-06

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summary for non-techies**

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explanation for non-techies**

Imagine you're at a dinner party with a large group of people. Everyone is gathered around a big table, and there are multiple conversations happening at once. It can get overwhelming trying to keep track of who is saying what, especially if you want to focus on a specific topic without getting distracted by other discussions.

Now, think of Microsoft Teams as that dinner party, where the main channel is the big table. Threads in channels are like smaller, more focused conversations happening at the side of the table. They allow you to start a side conversation on a specific topic without interrupting the main discussion. This way, you can engage in a detailed conversation about a particular subject without losing track of the overall flow of the main channel.

By replying to specific messages and creating separate threads, you can minimize distractions, much like stepping aside with a few people to discuss a particular topic in detail while still being part of the larger group. This helps in fostering better collaboration, as everyone can focus on what’s relevant to them without getting lost in the noise of the main conversation. Threads in channels help keep the communication organized and efficient, just like having those smaller, focused discussions at a busy dinner party.