check before: 2026-04-01
Product:
Teams, Windows
Platform:
Mac, Online, Web, Windows Desktop, World tenant
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New feature, Updated message, User impact
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Summary:
Microsoft Teams will introduce the /createworkflow slash command in the message compose box by mid-May 2026, enabling users to quickly create workflows directly from chats. The feature is enabled by default, requires no admin changes, and aims to simplify and speed up workflow creation for all Teams users.
Details:
Updated April 30, 2026: We have updated the timeline. Thank you for your patience.
[Introduction]
We're introducing a new slash command, /createworkflow, in the Microsoft Teams message compose box. A workflow is an automated process that handles repetitive tasks for users, such as sending notifications, creating tasks, or starting approvals when something happens in Teams. With this update, users can type /createworkflow while composing a message to quickly begin creating an automation, instead of navigating through menus. This change is designed to make workflow creation faster, easier to discover, and more accessible directly from chats and channels.
This message applies to Teams for Windows desktop, Teams for Mac desktop, and Teams for the web. It is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 558544.
[When this will happen:]
Targeted Release (Worldwide): We will begin rollout in late April 2026 and expect to complete by late April 2026.
General Availability (Worldwide): We will begin rollout in mid-May 2026 (previously late April) and expect to complete by complete by late May 2026 (previously mid-May).
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2026-03-18
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2026-05-01
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User Confusion
Users may be confused by the new /createworkflow command if they are not informed about its functionality, leading to frustration and decreased productivity.
- roles: End Users, Team Leaders
- references: https://support.microsoft.com/office/use-commands-in-microsoft-teams-88f61508-284d-417f-a53d-9e082164050b
Increased Support Requests
The introduction of the new command without prior training may lead to an increase in support requests from users who encounter issues or have questions about the feature.
- roles: IT Support Staff, Helpdesk Agents
- references: https://www.microsoft.com/microsoft-365/roadmap?filters=&searchterms=558544
Workflow App Restrictions
If the Workflows app is blocked for users, they will see the command but will be unable to use it, potentially leading to frustration and a perception of broken functionality.
- roles: End Users, Project Managers
- references: https://support.microsoft.com/office/use-commands-in-microsoft-teams-88f61508-284d-417f-a53d-9e082164050b
Reduced Efficiency
Without preparation, users may struggle to adapt to the new command, leading to reduced efficiency in workflow creation compared to previous methods.
- roles: End Users, Team Leaders
- references: https://www.microsoft.com/microsoft-365/roadmap?filters=&searchterms=558544
Change Management Challenges
The lack of communication regarding the new feature may lead to challenges in change management, as users may not understand the benefits or how to utilize the command effectively.
- roles: Change Managers, Team Leaders
- references: https://support.microsoft.com/office/use-commands-in-microsoft-teams-88f61508-284d-417f-a53d-9e082164050b
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change history
| Date | Property | old | new |
| 2026-05-01 | MC Last Updated | 03/30/2026 18:16:31 | 2026-04-30T19:38:00Z |
| 2026-05-01 | MC Messages | Updated March 30, 2026: We have updated the content. Thank you for your patience.
[Introduction] We're introducing a new slash command, /createworkflow, in the Microsoft Teams message compose box. A workflow is an automated process that handles repetitive tasks for users, such as sending notifications, creating tasks, or starting approvals when something happens in Teams. With this update, users can type /createworkflow while composing a message to quickly begin creating an automation, instead of navigating through menus. This change is designed to make workflow creation faster, easier to discover, and more accessible directly from chats and channels. This message applies to Teams for Windows desktop, Teams for Mac desktop, and Teams for the web. It is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 558544. [When this will happen:] Targeted Release (Worldwide): We will begin rollout in late April 2026 and expect to complete by late April 2026. General Availability (Worldwide): We will begin rollout in late April 2026 and expect to complete by complete by mid-May 2026. | Updated April 30, 2026: We have updated the timeline. Thank you for your patience.
[Introduction] We're introducing a new slash command, /createworkflow, in the Microsoft Teams message compose box. A workflow is an automated process that handles repetitive tasks for users, such as sending notifications, creating tasks, or starting approvals when something happens in Teams. With this update, users can type /createworkflow while composing a message to quickly begin creating an automation, instead of navigating through menus. This change is designed to make workflow creation faster, easier to discover, and more accessible directly from chats and channels. This message applies to Teams for Windows desktop, Teams for Mac desktop, and Teams for the web. It is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 558544. [When this will happen:] Targeted Release (Worldwide): We will begin rollout in late April 2026 and expect to complete by late April 2026. General Availability (Worldwide): We will begin rollout in mid-May 2026 (previously late April) and expect to complete by complete by late May 2026 (previously mid-May). |
| 2026-05-01 | MC End Time | 06/15/2026 09:00:00 | 2026-06-29T09:00:00Z |
| 2026-05-01 | MC Summary | Microsoft Teams is introducing the /createworkflow slash command in the message compose box, enabling users to quickly create workflows directly from chats and channels. This feature, enabled by default, will roll out worldwide from late April to mid-May 2026 for all Teams users. | Microsoft Teams will introduce the /createworkflow slash command in the message compose box by mid-May 2026, enabling users to quickly create workflows directly from chats. The feature is enabled by default, requires no admin changes, and aims to simplify and speed up workflow creation for all Teams users. |
| 2026-03-31 | MC MessageTagNames | New feature, User impact | Updated message, New feature, User impact |
| 2026-03-31 | MC Summary | Microsoft Teams is introducing the /createworkflow slash command in the message compose box, enabling users to quickly create workflows directly from chats and channels. This feature, enabled by default with no admin changes, will roll out worldwide from late April to mid-May 2026. | Microsoft Teams is introducing the /createworkflow slash command in the message compose box, enabling users to quickly create workflows directly from chats and channels. This feature, enabled by default, will roll out worldwide from late April to mid-May 2026 for all Teams users. |
| 2026-03-31 | MC Last Updated | 03/17/2026 23:47:20 | 2026-03-30T18:16:31Z |
| 2026-03-31 | MC Messages | [Introduction]
We're introducing a new slash command, /createworkflow, in the Microsoft Teams message compose box. A workflow is an automated process that handles repetitive tasks for users, such as sending notifications, creating tasks, or starting approvals when something happens in Teams. With this update, users can type /createworkflow while composing a message to quickly begin creating an automation, instead of navigating through menus. This change is designed to make workflow creation faster, easier to discover, and more accessible directly from chats and channels. This message applies to Teams for Windows desktop, Teams for Mac desktop, and Teams for the web. It is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 558544. [When this will happen:] Targeted Release (Worldwide): We will begin rollout in late April 2026 and expect to complete by late April 2026. General Availability (Worldwide): We will begin rollout in late April 2026 and expect to complete by complete by mid-May 2026. | Updated March 30, 2026: We have updated the content. Thank you for your patience.
[Introduction] We're introducing a new slash command, /createworkflow, in the Microsoft Teams message compose box. A workflow is an automated process that handles repetitive tasks for users, such as sending notifications, creating tasks, or starting approvals when something happens in Teams. With this update, users can type /createworkflow while composing a message to quickly begin creating an automation, instead of navigating through menus. This change is designed to make workflow creation faster, easier to discover, and more accessible directly from chats and channels. This message applies to Teams for Windows desktop, Teams for Mac desktop, and Teams for the web. It is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 558544. [When this will happen:] Targeted Release (Worldwide): We will begin rollout in late April 2026 and expect to complete by late April 2026. General Availability (Worldwide): We will begin rollout in late April 2026 and expect to complete by complete by mid-May 2026. |
| 2026-03-31 | MC Title | Microsoft Teams: New slash command in compose to create workflows | (Updated) Microsoft Teams: New slash command in compose to create workflows |
| 2026-03-31 | MC How Affect | Who is affected:
All Microsoft Teams users. What will happen: Users can create workflows directly from the compose box using the /createworkflow slash command. Screenshot: Example of the /createworkflow slash command appearing in the Teams message compose box The feature is enabled by default. No existing admin policies are changed. Workflow creation is faster with fewer clicks. | Who is affected:
All Microsoft Teams users. What will happen: Users can create workflows directly from the compose box using the /createworkflow slash command. Screenshot: Example of the /createworkflow slash command appearing in the Teams message compose box The feature is enabled by default. No existing admin policies are changed. Workflow creation is faster with fewer clicks. If the Workflows app is blocked for users, they will see the Create Workflow slash command, however they will not be able to use it and will see the following dialogue |
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