502520 – Microsoft Teams: New sharing panel in meetings – improved content discovery and ease of sharing

Product:

Teams

Platform:

Mac, US Instances, Windows Desktop, World tenant

Status:

In development

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Details:

The sharing panel in today’s meetings is the default place for content discoverability and sharing. New sharing panel UI is crafted with intent of modernising and simplifying default tasks such as window sharing, but also for easier discovery of sharing options and more discoverable file sharing.

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Release Phase:
General Availability, Targeted Release

Created:
2025-11-17

updated:
2026-02-07

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summary for non-techies**

Microsoft Teams has introduced a new, intuitive sharing panel in meetings that simplifies content sharing and helps users quickly discover sharing options, enhancing productivity and collaboration.

Direct effects for Operations**

User Interface Changes
The new sharing panel may confuse users who are accustomed to the previous interface, leading to potential delays in sharing content during meetings.
   - roles: End Users, Meeting Organizers
   - references: https://techcommunity.microsoft.com/t5/microsoft-teams-blog/microsoft-teams-new-sharing-panel-in-meetings-improved-content/ba-p/3651230

Training and Adaptation
Users may require additional training to effectively utilize the new sharing panel, which could lead to decreased productivity during the transition period.
   - roles: End Users, IT Support
   - references: https://techcommunity.microsoft.com/t5/microsoft-teams-blog/microsoft-teams-new-sharing-panel-in-meetings-improved-content/ba-p/3651230

Technical Issues
If the new sharing panel is not properly integrated, it may lead to technical issues such as lag or failure to share content, negatively impacting meeting effectiveness.
   - roles: IT Administrators, End Users
   - references: https://techcommunity.microsoft.com/t5/microsoft-teams-blog/microsoft-teams-new-sharing-panel-in-meetings-improved-content/ba-p/3651230

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