496590 – Microsoft Teams: SQL-like commands in the search bar

Product:

Teams

Platform:

Linux, Mac, Windows Desktop, World tenant

Status:

Rolling out

Change type:

Links:

MC1130388

Details:

Efficiently narrow down your search results by using SQL-like commands in the search bar. Users can quickly filter messages, files, or conversations with precise queries such as from:username, with:username or in:channel.

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Release Phase:
General Availability, Targeted Release

Created:
2025-07-02

updated:
2025-08-12

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explanation for non-techies**

Microsoft Teams has introduced a feature that allows users to perform more precise searches using SQL-like commands in the search bar. This enhancement can be compared to using a search engine with advanced filters. Imagine you're at a library looking for a specific book. Instead of browsing through every shelf, you can go directly to the section, author, or genre you’re interested in. Similarly, in Teams, you can use commands like "from:username" to find messages from a specific person, "with:username" to locate conversations involving a particular colleague, or "in:channel" to search within a specific channel.

This feature is particularly useful for quickly finding relevant information without sifting through a large volume of data. It streamlines the process of locating messages, files, or conversations, much like using a GPS to find the fastest route to your destination instead of relying on a paper map. By allowing users to narrow down their search results efficiently, these SQL-like commands can save time and improve productivity, making it easier to manage and retrieve information within Microsoft Teams.