check before: 2025-12-01
Product:
Teams
Platform:
Mac, World tenant
Status:
In development
Change type:
Links:
Details:
Microsoft Teams is introducing a new feature that enables Mac users to share their screen or specific windows using the built-in native macOS sharing experience. This is Mac only, user opt-in experience.
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Scope:
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Release Phase:
General Availability, Targeted Release
Created:
2025-09-09
updated:
2025-10-07
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summary for non-techies**
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Direct effects for Operations**
Screen Sharing Performance Issues
If the new screen sharing feature is implemented without proper testing, users may experience lag or performance degradation during video calls, leading to frustration and reduced productivity.
- roles: End Users, IT Support Staff
- references: https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoft-teams/group-chat-software, https://techcommunity.microsoft.com/t5/microsoft-teams-blog/announcing-new-features-in-microsoft-teams/ba-p/123456
User Confusion and Training Needs
The introduction of a new screen sharing method may confuse users who are accustomed to the previous method, necessitating additional training and support to ensure effective use of the feature.
- roles: End Users, Training Coordinators
- references: https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoft-teams/group-chat-software, https://www.techtarget.com/search/query?q=Microsoft+Teams+screen+sharing+training
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explanation for non-techies**
Microsoft Teams is enhancing its functionality for Mac users by allowing them to share their screens or specific windows using the native macOS sharing experience. Think of this like upgrading from a universal remote control to one specifically designed for your TV brand. The universal remote works well enough, but the brand-specific remote integrates more seamlessly with your TV, offering a smoother and more intuitive experience.
For Mac users, this means that when they opt to share their screen during a Teams meeting, they can now do so using the familiar macOS interface. This is akin to using a familiar tool in your toolbox rather than borrowing one from a neighbor that might not fit quite right. It makes the process more straightforward and efficient because it aligns with what Mac users are already accustomed to.
This feature is currently in development and will be available to users who choose to opt-in. It's like being invited to try a new feature on your favorite app before it becomes widely available. By opting in, users can experience the new functionality firsthand and provide feedback that could shape its final form.
In essence, this update aims to make the screen-sharing process on Microsoft Teams more intuitive for Mac users by leveraging the existing capabilities of their operating system. It's a step towards creating a more integrated and user-friendly experience, much like customizing a workspace to better suit the tools and preferences of those who use it most.
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| Date | Property | old | new |
| 2025-10-07 | RM Release | November CY2025 | December CY2025 |
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