check before: 2025-04-15
Product:
SharePoint, Teams, Windows
Platform:
Mac, Online, US Instances, Windows Desktop, World tenant
Status:
Launched
Change type:
New feature, Updated message, User impact
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Details:
Summary:
The Teams "Files" tab in channels will be renamed "Shared," combining shared post content and document library files. Rolling out Nov 2025–Jan 2026, it offers views by posts and library, file ordering, and filtering. No admin action needed; user notification is recommended.
Details:
Updated December 22, 2025: We have updated the timeline. Thank you for your patience.
Coming soon for Microsoft Teams: In channels, we will rename the Files tab as the Shared tab to enable users to view content shared in posts and content in the document library in one place. Note: The Shared tab in chats will not be affected by this change.
This message applies to Teams for Windows desktop and Teams for Mac desktop.
This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 470597.
[When this will happen:]
Targeted Release: We will begin rolling out early November 2025 and expect to complete by mid-November 2025.
General Availability (Worldwide): We will begin rolling out mid-November 2025 and expect to complete by mid-January 2026 (previously late November 2025).
GCC: Start mid Dec 2025 and finish by late Jan 2026
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General Availability, Targeted Release
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2025-03-07
updated:
2025-12-23
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summary for non-techies**
Microsoft Teams is renaming the "Files" tab to "Shared" in channels, combining documents and links shared in conversations into one location, allowing users to sort by date and filter by file type for easier access.
Direct effects for Operations**
User Interface Confusion
Users may be confused by the renaming of the 'Files' tab to 'Shared', leading to potential difficulties in locating documents and understanding the new layout.
- roles: End Users, Team Leaders
- references: https://www.microsoft.com/microsoft-365/roadmap?filters=&searchterms=470597
Training and Documentation Gaps
Existing training materials and documentation may become outdated, causing users to struggle with the new features and functionalities of the 'Shared' tab.
- roles: Training Coordinators, Support Staff
- references: https://www.microsoft.com/microsoft-365/roadmap?filters=&searchterms=470597
Increased Support Requests
The change may lead to an increase in support requests as users encounter issues or have questions about the new 'Shared' tab functionalities.
- roles: Help Desk Staff, IT Support
- references: https://www.microsoft.com/microsoft-365/roadmap?filters=&searchterms=470597
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change history
| Date | Property | old | new |
| 2025-12-23 | MC Messages | Updated December 15, 2025: We have updated the timeline. Thank you for your patience.
Coming soon for Microsoft Teams: In channels, we will rename the Files tab as the Shared tab to enable users to view content shared in posts and content in the document library in one place. Note: The Shared tab in chats will not be affected by this change. This message applies to Teams for Windows desktop and Teams for Mac desktop. This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 470597. [When this will happen:] Targeted Release: We will begin rolling out early November 2025 and expect to complete by mid-November 2025. General Availability (Worldwide): We will begin rolling out mid-November 2025 and expect to complete by mid-January 2026 (previously late November 2025). | Updated December 22, 2025: We have updated the timeline. Thank you for your patience.
Coming soon for Microsoft Teams: In channels, we will rename the Files tab as the Shared tab to enable users to view content shared in posts and content in the document library in one place. Note: The Shared tab in chats will not be affected by this change. This message applies to Teams for Windows desktop and Teams for Mac desktop. This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 470597. [When this will happen:] Targeted Release: We will begin rolling out early November 2025 and expect to complete by mid-November 2025. General Availability (Worldwide): We will begin rolling out mid-November 2025 and expect to complete by mid-January 2026 (previously late November 2025). GCC: Start mid Dec 2025 and finish by late Jan 2026 |
| 2025-12-23 | MC Last Updated | 12/15/2025 18:14:39 | 2025-12-22T18:19:46Z |
| 2025-12-23 | MC Summary | The Teams channel "Files" tab will be renamed "Shared," combining shared post content and document library files. Rolling out November 2025 to January 2026, it adds views for files and links, with keyword search coming later. No admin action is needed; user notification is recommended. | The Teams "Files" tab in channels will be renamed "Shared," combining shared post content and document library files. Rolling out Nov 2025–Jan 2026, it offers views by posts and library, file ordering, and filtering. No admin action needed; user notification is recommended. |
| 2025-12-18 | MC Last Updated | 09/29/2025 23:31:33 | 2025-12-15T18:14:39Z |
| 2025-12-18 | MC Messages | Updated September 29, 2025: We have updated the timeline. Thank you for your patience.
Coming soon for Microsoft Teams: In channels, we will rename the Files tab as the Shared tab to enable users to view content shared in posts and content in the document library in one place. Note: The Shared tab in chats will not be affected by this change. This message applies to Teams for Windows desktop and Teams for Mac desktop. This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 470597. [When this will happen:] Targeted Release: We will begin rolling out early November 2025 and expect to complete by mid-November 2025. General Availability (Worldwide): We will begin rolling out mid-November 2025 and expect to complete by late November 2025. | Updated December 15, 2025: We have updated the timeline. Thank you for your patience.
Coming soon for Microsoft Teams: In channels, we will rename the Files tab as the Shared tab to enable users to view content shared in posts and content in the document library in one place. Note: The Shared tab in chats will not be affected by this change. This message applies to Teams for Windows desktop and Teams for Mac desktop. This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 470597. [When this will happen:] Targeted Release: We will begin rolling out early November 2025 and expect to complete by mid-November 2025. General Availability (Worldwide): We will begin rolling out mid-November 2025 and expect to complete by mid-January 2026 (previously late November 2025). |
| 2025-12-18 | MC End Time | 01/05/2026 08:00:00 | 2026-02-28T08:00:00Z |
| 2025-12-18 | MC Summary | The Teams "Files" tab in channels will be renamed "Shared," combining content from posts and the document library. Rolling out November 2025 for Windows and Mac desktop, it adds views for files, links, and sorting by date. No admin action needed; user notification is recommended. | The Teams channel "Files" tab will be renamed "Shared," combining shared post content and document library files. Rolling out November 2025 to January 2026, it adds views for files and links, with keyword search coming later. No admin action is needed; user notification is recommended. |
| 2025-10-30 | MC Feature Status | Scheduled | |
| 2025-10-29 | MC Feature Status | Scheduled | |
| 2025-09-29 | MC Last Updated | 08/20/2025 17:11:14 | 2025-09-29T23:31:33Z |
| 2025-09-29 | MC Messages | Updated August 20, 2025: We have updated the content. Thank you for your patience.
Coming soon for Microsoft Teams: In channels, we will rename the Files tab as the Shared tab to enable users to view content shared in posts and content in the document library in one place. Note: The Shared tab in chats will not be affected by this change. This message applies to Teams for Windows desktop and Teams for Mac desktop. This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 470597. [When this will happen:] Targeted Release: We will begin rolling out early October 2025 and expect to complete by mid-October 2025. General Availability (Worldwide): We will begin rolling out mid-October 2025 and expect to complete by late October 2025 | Updated September 29, 2025: We have updated the timeline. Thank you for your patience.
Coming soon for Microsoft Teams: In channels, we will rename the Files tab as the Shared tab to enable users to view content shared in posts and content in the document library in one place. Note: The Shared tab in chats will not be affected by this change. This message applies to Teams for Windows desktop and Teams for Mac desktop. This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 470597. [When this will happen:] Targeted Release: We will begin rolling out early November 2025 and expect to complete by mid-November 2025. General Availability (Worldwide): We will begin rolling out mid-November 2025 and expect to complete by late November 2025. |
| 2025-09-29 | MC End Time | 11/10/2025 08:00:00 | 2026-01-05T08:00:00Z |
| 2025-09-29 | MC Summary | The Teams channel "Files" tab will be renamed "Shared," combining content shared in posts and the document library. It adds views to sort by recent files or links and will roll out from October 2025 with no admin action needed. Keyword search in "In posts" view will come later. | The Teams "Files" tab in channels will be renamed "Shared," combining content from posts and the document library. Rolling out November 2025 for Windows and Mac desktop, it adds views for files, links, and sorting by date. No admin action needed; user notification is recommended. |
| 2025-08-21 | MC Last Updated | 07/23/2025 22:11:40 | 2025-08-20T17:11:14Z |
| 2025-08-21 | MC Messages | Updated July 23, 2025: We have updated the timeline. Thank you for your patience.
Coming soon for Microsoft Teams: In channels, we will rename the Files tab as the Shared tab to enable users to view content shared in posts and content in the document library in one place. Note: The Shared tab in chats will not be affected by this change. This message applies to Teams for Windows desktop and Teams for Mac desktop. This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 470597. [When this will happen:] Targeted Release: We will begin rolling out early September 2025 and expect to complete by mid-September 2025. General Availability (Worldwide): We will begin rolling out mid-September 2025 and expect to complete by late September 2025 | Updated August 20, 2025: We have updated the content. Thank you for your patience.
Coming soon for Microsoft Teams: In channels, we will rename the Files tab as the Shared tab to enable users to view content shared in posts and content in the document library in one place. Note: The Shared tab in chats will not be affected by this change. This message applies to Teams for Windows desktop and Teams for Mac desktop. This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 470597. [When this will happen:] Targeted Release: We will begin rolling out early October 2025 and expect to complete by mid-October 2025. General Availability (Worldwide): We will begin rolling out mid-October 2025 and expect to complete by late October 2025 |
| 2025-08-21 | MC End Time | 09/29/2025 09:00:00 | 2025-11-10T08:00:00Z |
| 2025-08-21 | MC Summary | The "Files" tab in Microsoft Teams channels will be renamed to "Shared" tab, combining content from posts and the document library. This change will roll out in early September 2025 for targeted release and by mid-September 2025 for general availability. No admin action is required, but user notification is recommended. | The Teams channel "Files" tab will be renamed "Shared," combining content shared in posts and the document library. It adds views to sort by recent files or links and will roll out from October 2025 with no admin action needed. Keyword search in "In posts" view will come later. |
| 2025-07-24 | MC Messages | Updated June 11, 2025: We have updated the timeline below. Thank you for your patience.
Coming soon for Microsoft Teams: In channels, we will rename the Files tab as the Shared tab to enable users to view content shared in posts and content in the document library in one place. Note: The Shared tab in chats will not be affected by this change. This message applies to Teams for Windows desktop and Teams for Mac desktop. This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 470597. [When this will happen:] Targeted Release: We will begin rolling out early August 2025 and expect to complete by mid-August 2025. General Availability (Worldwide): We will begin rolling out late August 2025 and expect to complete by mid-September 2025. | Updated July 23, 2025: We have updated the timeline. Thank you for your patience.
Coming soon for Microsoft Teams: In channels, we will rename the Files tab as the Shared tab to enable users to view content shared in posts and content in the document library in one place. Note: The Shared tab in chats will not be affected by this change. This message applies to Teams for Windows desktop and Teams for Mac desktop. This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 470597. [When this will happen:] Targeted Release: We will begin rolling out early September 2025 and expect to complete by mid-September 2025. General Availability (Worldwide): We will begin rolling out mid-September 2025 and expect to complete by late September 2025 |
| 2025-07-24 | MC Last Updated | 06/11/2025 21:26:45 | 2025-07-23T22:11:40Z |
| 2025-07-24 | MC Summary | The "Files" tab in Microsoft Teams channels will be renamed to "Shared" tab, combining content from posts and the document library. This change will roll out in August 2025 for targeted release and by mid-September 2025 for general availability. No admin action is required, but user notification is recommended. | The "Files" tab in Microsoft Teams channels will be renamed to "Shared" tab, combining content from posts and the document library. This change will roll out in early September 2025 for targeted release and by mid-September 2025 for general availability. No admin action is required, but user notification is recommended. |
| 2025-07-18 | MC Feature Status | Scheduled | |
| 2025-06-12 | MC Messages | Updated May 14, 2025: We have updated the timeline below. Thank you for your patience.
Coming soon for Microsoft Teams: In channels, we will rename the Files tab as the Shared tab to enable users to view content shared in posts and content in the document library in one place. Note: The Shared tab in chats will not be affected by this change. This message applies to Teams for Windows desktop and Teams for Mac desktop. This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 470597. [When this will happen:] Targeted Release: We will begin rolling out early July 2025 and expect to complete by mid-July 2025. General Availability (Worldwide): We will begin rolling out mid-July 2025 and expect to complete by mid-August 2025. | Updated June 11, 2025: We have updated the timeline below. Thank you for your patience.
Coming soon for Microsoft Teams: In channels, we will rename the Files tab as the Shared tab to enable users to view content shared in posts and content in the document library in one place. Note: The Shared tab in chats will not be affected by this change. This message applies to Teams for Windows desktop and Teams for Mac desktop. This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 470597. [When this will happen:] Targeted Release: We will begin rolling out early August 2025 and expect to complete by mid-August 2025. General Availability (Worldwide): We will begin rolling out late August 2025 and expect to complete by mid-September 2025. |
| 2025-06-12 | MC Last Updated | 05/14/2025 21:37:56 | 2025-06-11T21:26:45Z |
| 2025-06-12 | MC Summary | The "Files" tab in Microsoft Teams channels will be renamed to "Shared" tab, combining content shared in posts and the document library. This change will roll out from early July to mid-August 2025 for Windows and Mac desktops. No admin action is required, but user notification and documentation updates are recommended. | The "Files" tab in Microsoft Teams channels will be renamed to "Shared" tab, combining content from posts and the document library. This change will roll out in August 2025 for targeted release and by mid-September 2025 for general availability. No admin action is required, but user notification is recommended. |
| 2025-05-15 | MC Last Updated | 04/17/2025 18:01:07 | 2025-05-14T21:37:56Z |
| 2025-05-15 | MC Messages | Updated April 17, 2025: We have updated the rollout timeline below. Thank you for your patience.
Coming soon for Microsoft Teams: In channels, we will rename the Files tab as the Shared tab to enable users to view content shared in posts and content in the document library in one place. Note: The Shared tab in chats will not be affected by this change. This message applies to Teams for Windows desktop and Teams for Mac desktop. This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 470597. [When this will happen:] Targeted Release: We will begin rolling out early June 2025 and expect to complete by mid-June 2025. General Availability (Worldwide): We will begin rolling out mid-June 2025 and expect to complete by mid-July 2025. | Updated May 14, 2025: We have updated the timeline below. Thank you for your patience.
Coming soon for Microsoft Teams: In channels, we will rename the Files tab as the Shared tab to enable users to view content shared in posts and content in the document library in one place. Note: The Shared tab in chats will not be affected by this change. This message applies to Teams for Windows desktop and Teams for Mac desktop. This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 470597. [When this will happen:] Targeted Release: We will begin rolling out early July 2025 and expect to complete by mid-July 2025. General Availability (Worldwide): We will begin rolling out mid-July 2025 and expect to complete by mid-August 2025. |
| 2025-05-15 | MC End Time | 08/25/2025 09:00:00 | 2025-09-29T09:00:00Z |
| 2025-05-15 | MC Summary | The "Files" tab in Microsoft Teams channels will be renamed to "Shared" and will include new capabilities to view shared content and document library content in one place. This change will roll out from early June 2025 to mid-July 2025. No admin action is required, but user notification is recommended. | The "Files" tab in Microsoft Teams channels will be renamed to "Shared" tab, combining content shared in posts and the document library. This change will roll out from early July to mid-August 2025 for Windows and Mac desktops. No admin action is required, but user notification and documentation updates are recommended. |
| 2025-04-18 | MC MessageTagNames | New feature, User impact | Updated message, New feature, User impact |
| 2025-04-18 | MC Summary | Microsoft Teams will rename the "Files" tab to the "Shared" tab in channels, combining shared post content and document library files. This change, starting mid-April 2025 for targeted release and mid-May 2025 for general availability, requires no admin action. Existing functionality remains, with new keyword search coming soon. | The "Files" tab in Microsoft Teams channels will be renamed to "Shared" and will include new capabilities to view shared content and document library content in one place. This change will roll out from early June 2025 to mid-July 2025. No admin action is required, but user notification is recommended. |
| 2025-04-18 | MC Last Updated | 03/07/2025 02:18:34 | 2025-04-17T18:01:07Z |
| 2025-04-18 | MC Messages | Coming soon for Microsoft Teams: In channels, we will rename the Files tab as the Shared tab to enable users to view content shared in posts and content in the document library in one place. Note: The Shared tab in chats will not be affected by this change.
This message applies to Teams for Windows desktop and Teams for Mac desktop. This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 470597. [When this will happen:] Targeted Release: We will begin rolling out mid-April 2025 and expect to complete by late April 2025. General Availability (Worldwide): We will begin rolling out mid-May 2025 and expect to complete by mid-June 2025. | Updated April 17, 2025: We have updated the rollout timeline below. Thank you for your patience.
Coming soon for Microsoft Teams: In channels, we will rename the Files tab as the Shared tab to enable users to view content shared in posts and content in the document library in one place. Note: The Shared tab in chats will not be affected by this change. This message applies to Teams for Windows desktop and Teams for Mac desktop. This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 470597. [When this will happen:] Targeted Release: We will begin rolling out early June 2025 and expect to complete by mid-June 2025. General Availability (Worldwide): We will begin rolling out mid-June 2025 and expect to complete by mid-July 2025. |
| 2025-04-18 | MC Title | Microsoft Teams: In channels, the "Shared" tab (formerly the "Files" tab) will have new capabilities | (Updated) Microsoft Teams: In channels, the "Shared" tab (formerly the "Files" tab) will have new capabilities |
| 2025-04-18 | MC End Time | 07/31/2025 09:00:00 | 2025-08-25T09:00:00Z |
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