MC1188598 – Viva Engage in Microsoft Teams mobile: New conversation search capability available

Product:

Microsoft Viva, Microsoft Viva Engage, Teams

Platform:

iOS, mobile, Online, Teams And Surface Devices, World tenant

Status:

Launched

Change type:

New feature, User impact

Links:

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Details:

Summary:
Viva Engage in Microsoft Teams mobile will gain a new conversation search feature, rolling out from mid-November 2025 to early January 2026. This default-enabled update improves content discoverability on mobile, requires no admin action, and affects users accessing Viva Engage via Teams mobile only.

Details:
[Introduction]
Microsoft is introducing the ability to search Viva Engage conversations directly within the Viva Engage app in Microsoft Teams mobile. This update is intended to improve content discoverability within the mobile experience.
This message is associated with roadmap ID 526707.
Screenshot 1: Engage app in Teams with the new Search button in the top-right.

[When this will happen:]
General Availability (Worldwide): Rollout will begin in mid-November 2025 and is expected to complete by early January 2026.

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Release Phase:
General Availability

Created:
2025-11-21

updated:
2025-11-21

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summary for non-techies**

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Direct effects for Operations**

Search Functionality Impact
The introduction of the new conversation search feature may lead to confusion among users who are not familiar with the updated functionality, potentially resulting in a temporary decrease in productivity as users adapt to the new interface.
   - roles: End Users, Support Staff
   - references: https://www.microsoft.com/microsoft-365/roadmap?filters=&searchterms=526707

Documentation Update Requirement
Internal documentation may become outdated or inaccurate if not updated to reflect the new search capabilities, leading to misinformation and user frustration when seeking help or guidance.
   - roles: Content Managers, IT Support
   - references: https://www.microsoft.com/microsoft-365/roadmap?filters=&searchterms=526707

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explanation for non-techies**

Imagine you have a massive library, and you want to find a specific book. Without a catalog or search tool, you'd have to browse through countless shelves, which can be time-consuming and frustrating. Now, picture that same library with a digital search system where you can type in the book's title or author, and it instantly directs you to the exact location. This is similar to what Microsoft is doing with the new conversation search feature in Viva Engage on the Teams mobile app.

Previously, if you wanted to find a particular conversation in Viva Engage on your mobile device, you might have had to scroll through numerous messages, much like browsing through library shelves. With the new search capability, you can quickly type in keywords related to the conversation you're looking for, and the app will help you find it right away. This feature is designed to make finding information faster and more efficient, just like a library's digital catalog.

This update will automatically be available to users accessing Viva Engage through the Teams mobile app, and it doesn't require any additional setup or action from administrators. It's like receiving a new tool in your toolkit that you can start using immediately without needing to read a manual or make adjustments.

For those responsible for maintaining internal documentation, it might be a good idea to update any references to Viva Engage's search capabilities to reflect this new mobile feature. However, there are no compliance issues identified with this update, so it should seamlessly integrate into your existing processes.

In summary, this new search feature is about making it easier to find what you need in the vast digital library of conversations within Viva Engage on your mobile device, enhancing your productivity and user experience.