505791 – Microsoft Teams: Apps in Shared Channels for Microsoft Teams

Product:

Teams

Platform:

Mac, Windows Desktop, World tenant

Status:

In development

Change type:

Links:

MC1168294

Details:

Bring the apps your team relies on—tabs, bots, and message extensions—directly into Shared Channels in Microsoft Teams. This update lets channel owners add apps to a specific shared channel, so everyone collaborating there (including invited collaborators from other teams or organizations, subject to admin policy) can work in one place without switching contexts.

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Release Phase:
General Availability, Targeted Release

Created:
2025-09-25

updated:
2025-09-26

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summary for non-techies**

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explanation for non-techies**

Imagine you're working on a big case with colleagues from different law firms, or you're managing a project with team members from various departments. Traditionally, you might have to jump between different email threads, shared drives, or even physical meetings to get everyone on the same page. This can be like trying to juggle multiple balls at once, where each ball represents a different tool or platform you need to use.

Microsoft Teams is like a digital conference room where everyone can come together to collaborate. Now, with the ability to add apps directly into Shared Channels, it's as if you can bring all the tools you need into that conference room. Think of it like having a toolbox right there on the table, so you don't have to leave the room to find what you need. Whether it's a calendar app to schedule meetings, a bot to answer questions, or a message extension to quickly share documents, everything is accessible in one place.

This update allows channel owners to customize the shared space with the specific apps their team relies on. It's like setting up a workspace tailored to your needs, ensuring that everyone, even those from other organizations, can collaborate seamlessly without having to switch between different platforms. This approach helps maintain focus and efficiency, much like having all your case files organized and within reach during a meeting.