503300 – Microsoft Teams: Emojis in Section Names

Product:

Teams

Platform:

Android, iOS, Mac, Windows Desktop, World tenant

Status:

In development

Change type:

Links:

MC1166877

Details:

Choose an emoji to accompany section names in your chats and channels list.

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Scope:
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Release Phase:
General Availability, Targeted Release

Created:
2025-09-25

updated:
2025-09-25

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summary for non-techies**

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explanation for non-techies**

Microsoft Teams is introducing a fun and visually engaging feature that allows users to add emojis to section names in their chats and channels list. This change is designed to make navigation more intuitive and personalized, similar to how you might use labels or stickers in a physical filing system to quickly identify and organize your documents.

Imagine your digital workspace as a large filing cabinet. Traditionally, you might label each drawer with a simple text description to indicate its contents. Now, with the ability to add emojis, it's like adding colorful stickers or icons to those labels. For instance, a folder for financial documents might have a dollar sign emoji, while a project related to marketing could have a megaphone emoji. This visual cue helps you quickly identify the purpose or theme of each section at a glance, much like how a brightly colored sticker would catch your eye in a physical setting.

This feature is available across various platforms, including Android, Desktop, iOS, and Mac, ensuring that users can enjoy a consistent experience regardless of the device they are using. It's currently in development and will be rolled out to users worldwide, offering a fresh way to customize and enhance their Microsoft Teams experience.

By incorporating emojis into section names, Microsoft Teams is not only adding a touch of personalization but also improving the overall user experience by making navigation more efficient and enjoyable. This small change can have a big impact on how users interact with their digital workspace, much like how a well-organized and visually appealing filing system can improve productivity in a physical office.