check before: 2024-06-01

Product:

Teams

Platform:

US Instances, Windows Desktop, World tenant

Status:

Launched

Change type:

New feature, Updated message, User impact

Links:

191528

Details:

Summary:
Mute with Windows Taskbar is now available in the new Microsoft Teams on Windows, allowing users to mute/unmute audio via the mic icon in the taskbar. Rollout begins early June 2024 and completes by late May 2025. This feature is not available for DoD.

Details:
Updated May 19, 2025: After further review, we were not able to rollout to DoD. Thank you for your patience.
The Muting Teams with Windows Taskbar is now available. This feature, available in the new Teams experience on Windows, enables you to mute and unmute your audio by clicking the mic icon in Windows taskbar.
To control your call mic from the taskbar, do the following:
Select the mic icon on your taskbar or press Windows logo key + Alt + K to mute or unmute your microphone while using a calling app.
-OR- Click the volume icon in the hardware indicator for volume in Windows taskbar.


This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 191528
[When this will happen:]
Targeted release: We will begin rolling out early June 2024 (previously mid-May) and expect to complete by mid-June 2024 (previously late May).
Worldwide, GCC, & GCC High: We will begin rolling out mid-June 2024 (previously early June) and expect to complete by complete by late May 2025 (previously late April).

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summary for non-techies**

Microsoft Teams has introduced a feature allowing users to mute and unmute their audio directly from the Windows taskbar using a microphone icon or a keyboard shortcut (Windows logo key + Alt + K), with a gradual rollout starting in June 2024 and expected completion by May 2025, excluding Department of Defense users.

Direct effects for Operations**

User Confusion and Miscommunication
Users may be unaware of the new mute feature, leading to accidental unmuting during calls, causing disruptions and miscommunication.
   - roles: End Users, Team Leaders
   - references: https://www.microsoft.com/microsoft-365/roadmap?filters=&searchterms=191528

Increased Support Requests
The introduction of the new feature without proper training may lead to an increase in support requests from users facing difficulties in using the new functionality.
   - roles: IT Support Staff, Help Desk Agents
   - references: https://www.microsoft.com/microsoft-365/roadmap?filters=&searchterms=191528

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DatePropertyoldnew
2025-05-20MC MessagesUpdated May 12, 2025: We have updated the timeline below. Thank you for your patience.
The Muting Teams with Windows Taskbar is now available. This feature, available in the new Teams experience on Windows, enables you to mute and unmute your audio by clicking the mic icon in Windows taskbar.
To control your call mic from the taskbar, do the following:
Select the mic icon on your taskbar or press Windows logo key + Alt + K to mute or unmute your microphone while using a calling app.
-OR- Click the volume icon in the hardware indicator for volume in Windows taskbar.


This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 191528
[When this will happen:]
Targeted release: We will begin rolling out early June 2024 (previously mid-May) and expect to complete by mid-June 2024 (previously late May).
Worldwide, GCC, GCC High & DoD: We will begin rolling out mid-June 2024 (previously early June) and expect to complete by complete by late May 2025 (previously late April).
Updated May 19, 2025: After further review, we were not able to rollout to DoD. Thank you for your patience.
The Muting Teams with Windows Taskbar is now available. This feature, available in the new Teams experience on Windows, enables you to mute and unmute your audio by clicking the mic icon in Windows taskbar.
To control your call mic from the taskbar, do the following:
Select the mic icon on your taskbar or press Windows logo key + Alt + K to mute or unmute your microphone while using a calling app.
-OR- Click the volume icon in the hardware indicator for volume in Windows taskbar.


This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 191528
[When this will happen:]
Targeted release: We will begin rolling out early June 2024 (previously mid-May) and expect to complete by mid-June 2024 (previously late May).
Worldwide, GCC, & GCC High: We will begin rolling out mid-June 2024 (previously early June) and expect to complete by complete by late May 2025 (previously late April).
2025-05-20MC Last Updated05/12/2025 15:01:592025-05-19T21:57:05Z
2025-05-20MC SummaryMute with Windows Taskbar is now available in the new Microsoft Teams on Windows. You can mute/unmute audio by clicking the mic icon in the taskbar or pressing Windows logo key + Alt + K. Rollout starts early June 2024 and completes by late May 2025.Mute with Windows Taskbar is now available in the new Microsoft Teams on Windows, allowing users to mute/unmute audio via the mic icon in the taskbar. Rollout begins early June 2024 and completes by late May 2025. This feature is not available for DoD.
2025-05-13MC Last Updated04/04/2025 22:37:412025-05-12T15:01:59Z
2025-05-13MC MessagesUpdated April 4, 2025: We have updated the rollout timeline below. Thank you for your patience.
The Muting Teams with Windows Taskbar is now available. This feature, available in the new Teams experience on Windows, enables you to mute and unmute your audio by clicking the mic icon in Windows taskbar.
To control your call mic from the taskbar, do the following:
Select the mic icon on your taskbar or press Windows logo key + Alt + K to mute or unmute your microphone while using a calling app.
-OR- Click the volume icon in the hardware indicator for volume in Windows taskbar.


This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 191528
[When this will happen:]
Targeted release: We will begin rolling out early June 2024 (previously mid-May) and expect to complete by mid-June 2024 (previously late May).
Worldwide, GCC, GCC High & DoD: We will begin rolling out mid-June 2024 (previously early June) and expect to complete by complete by late April 2025 (previously late March).
Updated May 12, 2025: We have updated the timeline below. Thank you for your patience.
The Muting Teams with Windows Taskbar is now available. This feature, available in the new Teams experience on Windows, enables you to mute and unmute your audio by clicking the mic icon in Windows taskbar.
To control your call mic from the taskbar, do the following:
Select the mic icon on your taskbar or press Windows logo key + Alt + K to mute or unmute your microphone while using a calling app.
-OR- Click the volume icon in the hardware indicator for volume in Windows taskbar.


This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 191528
[When this will happen:]
Targeted release: We will begin rolling out early June 2024 (previously mid-May) and expect to complete by mid-June 2024 (previously late May).
Worldwide, GCC, GCC High & DoD: We will begin rolling out mid-June 2024 (previously early June) and expect to complete by complete by late May 2025 (previously late April).
2025-05-13MC End Time06/16/2025 09:00:002025-07-07T09:00:00Z
2025-05-13MC SummaryMute with Windows Taskbar is now available in the new Microsoft Teams on Windows. You can mute/unmute audio by clicking the mic icon in the taskbar or pressing Windows logo key + Alt + K. The rollout will complete by mid-June 2024 for targeted release and by late April 2025 for worldwide release.Mute with Windows Taskbar is now available in the new Microsoft Teams on Windows. You can mute/unmute audio by clicking the mic icon in the taskbar or pressing Windows logo key + Alt + K. Rollout starts early June 2024 and completes by late May 2025.
2025-04-05MC Last Updated02/21/2025 19:08:262025-04-04T22:37:41Z
2025-04-05MC MessagesUpdated February 21, 2025: We have updated the rollout timeline below. Thank you for your patience.
The Muting Teams with Windows Taskbar is now available. This feature, available in the new Teams experience on Windows, enables you to mute and unmute your audio by clicking the mic icon in Windows taskbar.
To control your call mic from the taskbar, do the following:
Select the mic icon on your taskbar or press Windows logo key + Alt + K to mute or unmute your microphone while using a calling app.
-OR- Click the volume icon in the hardware indicator for volume in Windows taskbar.


This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 191528
[When this will happen:]
Targeted release: We will begin rolling out early June 2024 (previously mid-May) and expect to complete by mid-June 2024 (previously late May).
Worldwide, GCC, GCC High & DoD: We will begin rolling out mid-June 2024 (previously early June) and expect to complete by complete by late March 2025 (previously late January).
Updated April 4, 2025: We have updated the rollout timeline below. Thank you for your patience.
The Muting Teams with Windows Taskbar is now available. This feature, available in the new Teams experience on Windows, enables you to mute and unmute your audio by clicking the mic icon in Windows taskbar.
To control your call mic from the taskbar, do the following:
Select the mic icon on your taskbar or press Windows logo key + Alt + K to mute or unmute your microphone while using a calling app.
-OR- Click the volume icon in the hardware indicator for volume in Windows taskbar.


This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 191528
[When this will happen:]
Targeted release: We will begin rolling out early June 2024 (previously mid-May) and expect to complete by mid-June 2024 (previously late May).
Worldwide, GCC, GCC High & DoD: We will begin rolling out mid-June 2024 (previously early June) and expect to complete by complete by late April 2025 (previously late March).
2025-04-05MC End Time05/05/2025 09:00:002025-06-16T09:00:00Z
2025-04-05MC SummaryMute with Windows Taskbar is now available in the new Microsoft Teams on Windows. You can mute/unmute audio by clicking the mic icon in the taskbar or pressing Windows logo key + Alt + K. The rollout will complete by mid-June 2024 for targeted release and by late March 2025 for worldwide release.Mute with Windows Taskbar is now available in the new Microsoft Teams on Windows. You can mute/unmute audio by clicking the mic icon in the taskbar or pressing Windows logo key + Alt + K. The rollout will complete by mid-June 2024 for targeted release and by late April 2025 for worldwide release.
2025-03-05MC Feature StatusRolling out
2025-03-04MC Feature StatusRolling out
2025-02-22MC Last Updated01/14/2025 00:07:432025-02-21T19:08:26Z
2025-02-22MC MessagesUpdated January 13, 2025: We have updated the rollout timeline below. Thank you for your patience
The Muting Teams with Windows Taskbar is now available. This feature, available in the new Teams experience on Windows, enables you to mute and unmute your audio by clicking the mic icon in Windows taskbar.
To control your call mic from the taskbar, do the following:
Select the mic icon on your taskbar or press Windows logo key + Alt + K to mute or unmute your microphone while using a calling app.
-OR- Click the volume icon in the hardware indicator for volume in Windows taskbar.


This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 191528
[When this will happen:]
Targeted release: We will begin rolling out early June 2024 (previously mid-May) and expect to complete by mid-June 2024 (previously late May).
Worldwide, GCC, GCC High & DoD: We will begin rolling out mid-June 2024 (previously early June) and expect to complete by complete by late January 2025 (previously late December)
Updated February 21, 2025: We have updated the rollout timeline below. Thank you for your patience.
The Muting Teams with Windows Taskbar is now available. This feature, available in the new Teams experience on Windows, enables you to mute and unmute your audio by clicking the mic icon in Windows taskbar.
To control your call mic from the taskbar, do the following:
Select the mic icon on your taskbar or press Windows logo key + Alt + K to mute or unmute your microphone while using a calling app.
-OR- Click the volume icon in the hardware indicator for volume in Windows taskbar.


This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 191528
[When this will happen:]
Targeted release: We will begin rolling out early June 2024 (previously mid-May) and expect to complete by mid-June 2024 (previously late May).
Worldwide, GCC, GCC High & DoD: We will begin rolling out mid-June 2024 (previously early June) and expect to complete by complete by late March 2025 (previously late January).
2025-02-22MC End Time03/03/2025 08:00:002025-05-05T09:00:00Z
2025-02-22MC SummaryThe new Microsoft Teams on Windows now allows users to mute and unmute with the Windows taskbar. The rollout timeline has been updated, with the feature expected to be fully deployed by late January 2025. Users can control their mic via the taskbar or a keyboard shortcut.Mute with Windows Taskbar is now available in the new Microsoft Teams on Windows. You can mute/unmute audio by clicking the mic icon in the taskbar or pressing Windows logo key + Alt + K. The rollout will complete by mid-June 2024 for targeted release and by late March 2025 for worldwide release.
2025-02-14MC Feature StatusRolling out
2025-02-13MC Feature RingStandard Release, Targeted ReleaseTargeted Release
2025-02-13MC Feature StatusRolling out
2025-01-14MC MessagesUpdated December 20, 2024: We have updated the rollout timeline below. Thank you for your patience.
The Muting Teams with Windows Taskbar is now available. This feature, available in the new Teams experience on Windows, enables you to mute and unmute your audio by clicking the mic icon in Windows taskbar.

To control your call mic from the taskbar, do the following:
Select the mic icon on your taskbar or press Windows logo key + Alt + K to mute or unmute your microphone while using a calling app.
-OR- Click the volume icon in the hardware indicator for volume in Windows taskbar.


This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 191528
[When this will happen:]
Targeted release: We will begin rolling out early June 2024 (previously mid-May) and expect to complete by mid-June 2024 (previously late May).
Worldwide, GCC, GCC High & DoD: We will begin rolling out mid-June 2024 (previously early June) and expect to complete by late December 2024 (previously late November)
Updated January 13, 2025: We have updated the rollout timeline below. Thank you for your patience
The Muting Teams with Windows Taskbar is now available. This feature, available in the new Teams experience on Windows, enables you to mute and unmute your audio by clicking the mic icon in Windows taskbar.
To control your call mic from the taskbar, do the following:
Select the mic icon on your taskbar or press Windows logo key + Alt + K to mute or unmute your microphone while using a calling app.
-OR- Click the volume icon in the hardware indicator for volume in Windows taskbar.


This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 191528
[When this will happen:]
Targeted release: We will begin rolling out early June 2024 (previously mid-May) and expect to complete by mid-June 2024 (previously late May).
Worldwide, GCC, GCC High & DoD: We will begin rolling out mid-June 2024 (previously early June) and expect to complete by complete by late January 2025 (previously late December)
2025-01-14MC End Time02/10/2025 08:00:002025-03-03T08:00:00Z
2025-01-14MC Last Updated12/20/2024 23:36:332025-01-14T00:07:43Z
2025-01-14MC SummaryThe new Microsoft Teams on Windows now allows users to mute and unmute their microphone directly from the Windows taskbar by clicking the mic icon or using the shortcut Windows logo key + Alt + K. Rollout updates have been provided with specific timelines for targeted release and worldwide availability. Users are advised to distribute updates on this rollout within their organization.The new Microsoft Teams on Windows now allows users to mute and unmute with the Windows taskbar. The rollout timeline has been updated, with the feature expected to be fully deployed by late January 2025. Users can control their mic via the taskbar or a keyboard shortcut.
2024-12-21MC Last Updated11/12/2024 19:26:462024-12-20T23:36:33Z
2024-12-21MC MessagesUpdated November 12, 2024: We have updated the rollout timeline below. Thank you for your patience.
The Muting Teams with Windows Taskbar is now available. This feature, available in the new Teams experience on Windows, enables you to mute and unmute your audio by clicking the mic icon in Windows taskbar.

To control your call mic from the taskbar, do the following:
Select the mic icon on your taskbar or press Windows logo key + Alt + K to mute or unmute your microphone while using a calling app.
-OR- Click the volume icon in the hardware indicator for volume in Windows taskbar.


This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 191528
[When this will happen:]
Targeted release: We will begin rolling out early June 2024 (previously mid-May) and expect to complete by mid-June 2024 (previously late May).
Worldwide, GCC, GCC High & DoD: We will begin rolling out mid-June 2024 (previously early June) and expect to complete by late November 2024 (previously late October).
Updated December 20, 2024: We have updated the rollout timeline below. Thank you for your patience.
The Muting Teams with Windows Taskbar is now available. This feature, available in the new Teams experience on Windows, enables you to mute and unmute your audio by clicking the mic icon in Windows taskbar.

To control your call mic from the taskbar, do the following:
Select the mic icon on your taskbar or press Windows logo key + Alt + K to mute or unmute your microphone while using a calling app.
-OR- Click the volume icon in the hardware indicator for volume in Windows taskbar.


This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 191528
[When this will happen:]
Targeted release: We will begin rolling out early June 2024 (previously mid-May) and expect to complete by mid-June 2024 (previously late May).
Worldwide, GCC, GCC High & DoD: We will begin rolling out mid-June 2024 (previously early June) and expect to complete by late December 2024 (previously late November)
2024-12-21MC End Time01/06/2025 08:00:002025-02-10T08:00:00Z
2024-12-21MC SummaryThe new Microsoft Teams on Windows now allows users to mute and unmute their audio via the mic icon in the Windows taskbar. The feature rollout began in June 2024 and will be completed by late November 2024. Organizations should inform their users about this update.The new Microsoft Teams on Windows now allows users to mute and unmute their microphone directly from the Windows taskbar by clicking the mic icon or using the shortcut Windows logo key + Alt + K. Rollout updates have been provided with specific timelines for targeted release and worldwide availability. Users are advised to distribute updates on this rollout within their organization.
2024-11-13MC Last Updated10/01/2024 21:18:462024-11-12T19:26:46Z
2024-11-13MC MessagesUpdated October 1, 2024: We have updated the rollout timeline below. Thank you for your patience.
The Muting Teams with Windows Taskbar is now available. This feature, available in the new Teams experience on Windows, enables you to mute and unmute your audio by clicking the mic icon in Windows taskbar.

To control your call mic from the taskbar, do the following:
Select the mic icon on your taskbar or press Windows logo key + Alt + K to mute or unmute your microphone while using a calling app.
-OR- Click the volume icon in the hardware indicator for volume in Windows taskbar.


This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 191528
[When this will happen:]
Targeted release: We will begin rolling out early June 2024 (previously mid-May) and expect to complete by mid-June 2024 (previously late May).
Worldwide, GCC, GCC High & DoD: We will begin rolling out mid-June 2024 (previously early June) and expect to complete by late October 2024 (previously late September).
Updated November 12, 2024: We have updated the rollout timeline below. Thank you for your patience.
The Muting Teams with Windows Taskbar is now available. This feature, available in the new Teams experience on Windows, enables you to mute and unmute your audio by clicking the mic icon in Windows taskbar.

To control your call mic from the taskbar, do the following:
Select the mic icon on your taskbar or press Windows logo key + Alt + K to mute or unmute your microphone while using a calling app.
-OR- Click the volume icon in the hardware indicator for volume in Windows taskbar.


This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 191528
[When this will happen:]
Targeted release: We will begin rolling out early June 2024 (previously mid-May) and expect to complete by mid-June 2024 (previously late May).
Worldwide, GCC, GCC High & DoD: We will begin rolling out mid-June 2024 (previously early June) and expect to complete by late November 2024 (previously late October).
2024-11-13MC End Time12/09/2024 08:00:002025-01-06T08:00:00Z
2024-11-13MC SummaryThe new Microsoft Teams on Windows now allows users to mute and unmute their microphone using the mic icon in the Windows taskbar or a keyboard shortcut. Rollout updates have been provided with specific timelines for different releases. Users should inform their organization about these updates.The new Microsoft Teams on Windows now allows users to mute and unmute their audio via the mic icon in the Windows taskbar. The feature rollout began in June 2024 and will be completed by late November 2024. Organizations should inform their users about this update.
2024-10-02MC Last Updated05/01/2024 22:35:032024-10-01T21:18:46Z
2024-10-02MC MessagesUpdated May 1, 2024: We have updated the rollout timeline below. Thank you for your patience.
The Muting Teams with Windows Taskbar is now available. This feature, available in the new Teams experience on Windows, enables you to mute and unmute your audio by clicking the mic icon in Windows taskbar.

To control your call mic from the taskbar, do the following:
Select the mic icon on your taskbar or press Windows logo key + Alt + K to mute or unmute your microphone while using a calling app.
-OR- Click the volume icon in the hardware indicator for volume in Windows taskbar.


This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 191528
[When this will happen:]
Targeted release: We will begin rolling out early June 2024 (previously mid-May) and expect to complete by mid-June 2024 (previously late May).
Worldwide, GCC, GCC High & DoD: We will begin rolling out mid-June 2024 (previously early June) and expect to complete by late September 2024 (previously late June).
Updated October 1, 2024: We have updated the rollout timeline below. Thank you for your patience.
The Muting Teams with Windows Taskbar is now available. This feature, available in the new Teams experience on Windows, enables you to mute and unmute your audio by clicking the mic icon in Windows taskbar.

To control your call mic from the taskbar, do the following:
Select the mic icon on your taskbar or press Windows logo key + Alt + K to mute or unmute your microphone while using a calling app.
-OR- Click the volume icon in the hardware indicator for volume in Windows taskbar.


This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 191528
[When this will happen:]
Targeted release: We will begin rolling out early June 2024 (previously mid-May) and expect to complete by mid-June 2024 (previously late May).
Worldwide, GCC, GCC High & DoD: We will begin rolling out mid-June 2024 (previously early June) and expect to complete by late October 2024 (previously late September).
2024-10-02MC End Time11/04/2024 08:00:002024-12-09T08:00:00Z
2024-10-02MC SummaryThe new Microsoft Teams on Windows now has a Mute feature available in the Windows Taskbar. Users can mute and unmute their audio by clicking the mic icon or using a keyboard shortcut. The rollout is expected to begin in early June 2024 and complete by mid-June 2024 for targeted release, and mid-June 2024 to late September 2024 for worldwide, GCC, GCC High & DoD. No action is needed to prepare, but organizations can distribute updates on the rollout if applicable.The new Microsoft Teams on Windows now allows users to mute and unmute their microphone using the mic icon in the Windows taskbar or a keyboard shortcut. Rollout updates have been provided with specific timelines for different releases. Users should inform their organization about these updates.
2024-09-27MC Feature StatusRolling out
2024-08-08MC Feature Ringvaries
2024-08-08MC Feature Status191528
All, Launched, StandardRelease
Desktop, Launched, StandardRelease
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2024-08-01MC Feature Status191528
All, Launched, StandardRelease
Desktop, Launched, StandardRelease
2024-05-02MC Last Updated04/27/2024 01:18:422024-05-01T22:35:03Z
2024-05-02MC MessagesUpdated April 26, 2024: We have updated the rollout timeline below. Thank you for your patience.
The Muting Teams with Windows Taskbar is now available. This feature, available in the new Teams experience on Windows, enables you to mute and unmute your audio by clicking the mic icon in Windows taskbar.

To control your call mic from the taskbar, do the following:
Select the mic icon on your taskbar or press Windows logo key + Alt + K to mute or unmute your microphone while using a calling app.
-OR- Click the volume icon in the hardware indicator for volume in Windows taskbar.


This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 191528
[When this will happen:]
Targeted release: We will begin rolling out mid-May 2024 (previously late April) and expect to complete by late May 2024 (previously mid-May).
Worldwide, GCC, GCC High & DoD: We will begin rolling out early June 2024 (previously late May) and expect to complete by late June 2024 (previously early June).
Updated May 1, 2024: We have updated the rollout timeline below. Thank you for your patience.
The Muting Teams with Windows Taskbar is now available. This feature, available in the new Teams experience on Windows, enables you to mute and unmute your audio by clicking the mic icon in Windows taskbar.

To control your call mic from the taskbar, do the following:
Select the mic icon on your taskbar or press Windows logo key + Alt + K to mute or unmute your microphone while using a calling app.
-OR- Click the volume icon in the hardware indicator for volume in Windows taskbar.


This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 191528
[When this will happen:]
Targeted release: We will begin rolling out early June 2024 (previously mid-May) and expect to complete by mid-June 2024 (previously late May).
Worldwide, GCC, GCC High & DoD: We will begin rolling out mid-June 2024 (previously early June) and expect to complete by late September 2024 (previously late June).
2024-05-02MC End Time08/05/2024 09:00:002024-11-04T08:00:00Z
2024-05-02MC SummaryThe new Microsoft Teams on Windows now has a Mute feature available in the Windows Taskbar. Users can mute and unmute their audio by clicking the mic icon or using a keyboard shortcut. The rollout is expected to begin in mid-May 2024 and complete by late May 2024 for targeted release, and early June 2024 to late June 2024 for worldwide, GCC, GCC High & DoD. No action is needed to prepare, but organizations can distribute updates on the rollout if applicable.The new Microsoft Teams on Windows now has a Mute feature available in the Windows Taskbar. Users can mute and unmute their audio by clicking the mic icon or using a keyboard shortcut. The rollout is expected to begin in early June 2024 and complete by mid-June 2024 for targeted release, and mid-June 2024 to late September 2024 for worldwide, GCC, GCC High & DoD. No action is needed to prepare, but organizations can distribute updates on the rollout if applicable.
2024-04-27MC MessagesUpdated April 25, 2024: We have updated the rollout timeline below. Thank you for your patience.
The Muting Teams with Windows Taskbar is now available. This feature, available in the new Teams experience on Windows, enables you to mute and unmute your audio by clicking the mic icon in Windows taskbar.

To control your call mic from the taskbar, do the following:
Select the mic icon on your taskbar or press Windows logo key + Alt + K to mute or unmute your microphone while using a calling app.
-OR- Click the volume icon in the hardware indicator for volume in Windows taskbar.


This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 191528
[When this will happen:]
Targeted release: We will begin rolling out late April 2024 (previously mid-April) and expect to complete by mid-May 2024 (previously late April).
Worldwide, GCC, GCC High & DoD: We will begin rolling out late May 2024 (previously early May) and expect to complete by early June 2024 (previously late May).
Updated April 26, 2024: We have updated the rollout timeline below. Thank you for your patience.
The Muting Teams with Windows Taskbar is now available. This feature, available in the new Teams experience on Windows, enables you to mute and unmute your audio by clicking the mic icon in Windows taskbar.

To control your call mic from the taskbar, do the following:
Select the mic icon on your taskbar or press Windows logo key + Alt + K to mute or unmute your microphone while using a calling app.
-OR- Click the volume icon in the hardware indicator for volume in Windows taskbar.


This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 191528
[When this will happen:]
Targeted release: We will begin rolling out mid-May 2024 (previously late April) and expect to complete by late May 2024 (previously mid-May).
Worldwide, GCC, GCC High & DoD: We will begin rolling out early June 2024 (previously late May) and expect to complete by late June 2024 (previously early June).
2024-04-27MC Last Updated04/26/2024 02:00:282024-04-27T01:18:42Z
2024-04-27MC SummaryThe new Microsoft Teams on Windows now has a Mute feature available in the Windows Taskbar. Users can mute and unmute their audio by clicking the mic icon or using a keyboard shortcut. The rollout is expected to begin in late April 2024 and complete by mid-May 2024 for targeted release, and late May 2024 to early June 2024 for worldwide, GCC, GCC High & DoD. No action is needed to prepare, but organizations can distribute updates on the rollout if applicable.The new Microsoft Teams on Windows now has a Mute feature available in the Windows Taskbar. Users can mute and unmute their audio by clicking the mic icon or using a keyboard shortcut. The rollout is expected to begin in mid-May 2024 and complete by late May 2024 for targeted release, and early June 2024 to late June 2024 for worldwide, GCC, GCC High & DoD. No action is needed to prepare, but organizations can distribute updates on the rollout if applicable.
2024-04-26MC MessagesUpdated March 20, 2024: We have updated the rollout timeline below. Thank you for your patience.
The Muting Teams with Windows Taskbar is now available. This feature, available in the new Teams experience on Windows, enables you to mute and unmute your audio by clicking the mic icon in Windows taskbar.

To control your call mic from the taskbar, do the following:
Select the mic icon on your taskbar or press Windows logo key + Alt + K to mute or unmute your microphone while using a calling app.
-OR- Click the volume icon in the hardware indicator for volume in Windows taskbar.


This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 191528
[When this will happen:]
Targeted release: We will begin rolling out mid-May 2024 (previously mid-April) and expect to complete by late May 2024 (previously late April).
Worldwide, GCC, GCC High & DoD: We will begin rolling out early June 2024 (previously early May) and expect to complete by late June 2024 (previously late May).
Updated April 25, 2024: We have updated the rollout timeline below. Thank you for your patience.
The Muting Teams with Windows Taskbar is now available. This feature, available in the new Teams experience on Windows, enables you to mute and unmute your audio by clicking the mic icon in Windows taskbar.

To control your call mic from the taskbar, do the following:
Select the mic icon on your taskbar or press Windows logo key + Alt + K to mute or unmute your microphone while using a calling app.
-OR- Click the volume icon in the hardware indicator for volume in Windows taskbar.


This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 191528
[When this will happen:]
Targeted release: We will begin rolling out late April 2024 (previously mid-April) and expect to complete by mid-May 2024 (previously late April).
Worldwide, GCC, GCC High & DoD: We will begin rolling out late May 2024 (previously early May) and expect to complete by early June 2024 (previously late May).
2024-04-26MC Last Updated03/20/2024 22:34:502024-04-26T02:00:28Z
2024-04-26MC SummaryThe new Microsoft Teams on Windows now has a Mute feature available in the Windows Taskbar. Users can mute and unmute their audio by clicking the mic icon or using a keyboard shortcut. The rollout is expected to begin in mid-May 2024 and complete by late May 2024 for targeted release, and early June 2024 to late June 2024 for worldwide, GCC, GCC High & DoD. No action is needed to prepare, but organizations can distribute updates on the rollout if applicable.The new Microsoft Teams on Windows now has a Mute feature available in the Windows Taskbar. Users can mute and unmute their audio by clicking the mic icon or using a keyboard shortcut. The rollout is expected to begin in late April 2024 and complete by mid-May 2024 for targeted release, and late May 2024 to early June 2024 for worldwide, GCC, GCC High & DoD. No action is needed to prepare, but organizations can distribute updates on the rollout if applicable.
2024-04-18MC Feature Status191528
All, Launched, StandardRelease
Desktop, Launched, StandardRelease
2024-03-21MC Last Updated02/26/2024 04:06:592024-03-20T22:34:50Z
2024-03-21MC MessagesUpdated February 25, 2024: We have updated the rollout timeline below. Thank you for your patience.
The Muting Teams with Windows Taskbar is now available. This feature, available in the new Teams experience on Windows, enables you to mute and unmute your audio by clicking the mic icon in Windows taskbar.

To control your call mic from the taskbar, do the following:
Select the mic icon on your taskbar or press Windows logo key + Alt + K to mute or unmute your microphone while using a calling app.
-OR- Click the volume icon in the hardware indicator for volume in Windows taskbar.


This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 191528
[When this will happen:]
Targeted release: We will begin rolling out mid-April 2024 (previously mid-March) and expect to complete by late April 2024 (previously late March).
Worldwide, GCC, GCC High & DoD: We will begin rolling out early May 2024 (previously early April) and expect to complete by late May 2024 (previously late April).
Updated March 20, 2024: We have updated the rollout timeline below. Thank you for your patience.
The Muting Teams with Windows Taskbar is now available. This feature, available in the new Teams experience on Windows, enables you to mute and unmute your audio by clicking the mic icon in Windows taskbar.

To control your call mic from the taskbar, do the following:
Select the mic icon on your taskbar or press Windows logo key + Alt + K to mute or unmute your microphone while using a calling app.
-OR- Click the volume icon in the hardware indicator for volume in Windows taskbar.


This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 191528
[When this will happen:]
Targeted release: We will begin rolling out mid-May 2024 (previously mid-April) and expect to complete by late May 2024 (previously late April).
Worldwide, GCC, GCC High & DoD: We will begin rolling out early June 2024 (previously early May) and expect to complete by late June 2024 (previously late May).
2024-03-21MC End Time07/01/2024 09:00:002024-08-05T09:00:00Z
2024-03-21MC SummaryThe new Microsoft Teams on Windows now allows muting and unmuting audio by clicking the mic icon in Windows taskbar. The rollout will begin mid-April 2024 and complete by late April 2024 for targeted release, and early May 2024 to late May 2024 for worldwide, GCC, GCC High & DoD. No action is needed to prepare, but updates on this rollout can be distributed to the organization.The new Microsoft Teams on Windows now has a Mute feature available in the Windows Taskbar. Users can mute and unmute their audio by clicking the mic icon or using a keyboard shortcut. The rollout is expected to begin in mid-May 2024 and complete by late May 2024 for targeted release, and early June 2024 to late June 2024 for worldwide, GCC, GCC High & DoD. No action is needed to prepare, but organizations can distribute updates on the rollout if applicable.
2024-02-26MC Last Updated01/31/2024 00:24:422024-02-26T04:06:59Z
2024-02-26MC MessagesThe Muting Teams with Windows Taskbar is now available. This feature, available in the new Teams experience on Windows, enables you to mute and unmute your audio by clicking the mic icon in Windows taskbar.

To control your call mic from the taskbar, do the following:
Select the mic icon on your taskbar or press Windows logo key + Alt + K to mute or unmute your microphone while using a calling app.
-OR- Click the volume icon in the hardware indicator for volume in Windows taskbar.


This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 191528
[When this will happen:]
Targeted release: We will begin rolling out mid-March 2024 (previously mid-February) and expect to complete by late March 2024 (previously late February).
Standard Release: We will begin rolling out early April 2024 (previously early March) and expect to complete by late April 2024 (previously mid-April).
Updated February 25, 2024: We have updated the rollout timeline below. Thank you for your patience.
The Muting Teams with Windows Taskbar is now available. This feature, available in the new Teams experience on Windows, enables you to mute and unmute your audio by clicking the mic icon in Windows taskbar.

To control your call mic from the taskbar, do the following:
Select the mic icon on your taskbar or press Windows logo key + Alt + K to mute or unmute your microphone while using a calling app.
-OR- Click the volume icon in the hardware indicator for volume in Windows taskbar.


This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 191528
[When this will happen:]
Targeted release: We will begin rolling out mid-April 2024 (previously mid-March) and expect to complete by late April 2024 (previously late March).
Worldwide, GCC, GCC High & DoD: We will begin rolling out early May 2024 (previously early April) and expect to complete by late May 2024 (previously late April).
2024-02-26MC End Time05/31/2024 09:00:002024-07-01T09:00:00Z
2024-02-26MC SummaryThe new Microsoft Teams on Windows now allows muting and unmuting audio by clicking the mic icon in Windows taskbar. The rollout will begin mid-April 2024 and complete by late April 2024 for targeted release, and early May 2024 to late May 2024 for worldwide, GCC, GCC High & DoD. No action is needed to prepare, but updates on this rollout can be distributed to the organization.
2024-01-31MC MessagesThe Mute On Air feature is now available. This feature, available in the new Teams experience on Windows, enables you to mute and unmute your audio by clicking the mic icon in Windows taskbar.
To control your call mic from the taskbar, do the following:
Select the mic icon on your taskbar or press Windows logo key + Alt + K to mute or unmute your microphone while using a calling app.
-OR- Click the volume icon in the hardware indicator for volume in Windows taskbar.


This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 191528
[When this will happen:]
Targeted release: We will begin rolling out mid-February 2024 and expect to complete by late February 2024.
Standard Release: We will begin rolling out early March 2024 and expect to complete by mid-April 2024
The Muting Teams with Windows Taskbar is now available. This feature, available in the new Teams experience on Windows, enables you to mute and unmute your audio by clicking the mic icon in Windows taskbar.

To control your call mic from the taskbar, do the following:
Select the mic icon on your taskbar or press Windows logo key + Alt + K to mute or unmute your microphone while using a calling app.
-OR- Click the volume icon in the hardware indicator for volume in Windows taskbar.


This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 191528
[When this will happen:]
Targeted release: We will begin rolling out mid-March 2024 (previously mid-February) and expect to complete by late March 2024 (previously late February).
Standard Release: We will begin rolling out early April 2024 (previously early March) and expect to complete by late April 2024 (previously mid-April).
2024-01-31MC TitleMute On Air available in the new Microsoft Teams on Windows(Updated) Mute with Windows Taskbar available in the new Microsoft Teams on Windows
2024-01-31MC Last Updated01/23/2024 01:44:452024-01-31T00:24:42Z
2024-01-31MC MessageTagNamesNew feature, User impactUpdated message, New feature, User impact

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