MC915486 – (Updated) Microsoft Teams: Users can take control during screensharing on the web

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check before: 2024-12-01

Product:

Teams

Platform:

Online, US Instances, Web, World tenant

Status:

Launched

Change type:

Feature update, Updated message, User impact

Links:

420327

Details:

Summary:
Microsoft Teams on the web will soon allow users to take control during screensharing, a feature already available on the desktop version. Rollout begins early December 2024 for Targeted Release and mid-January 2025 for General Availability, with no admin action required.

Details:
Updated November 19, 2024: We have updated the content. Thank you for your patience.
Coming soon to Microsoft Teams on the web: Users will be able to use the Take control feature during screensharing on the web, like they can in Teams for Windows desktop.
Note: This feature is currently not available for 1:1 calls on the web.
This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 420327.
[When this will happen:]
Targeted Release: We will begin rolling out early December 2024 and expect to complete by mid-December 2024.
General Availability (Worldwide, GCC, GCC High, DoD): We will begin rolling out mid-January 2025 and expect to complete by late January 2025.

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Release Phase:
Standard Release

Created:
2024-10-22

updated:
2025-01-23

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Direct effects for Operations**

User Experience Disruption
Users may experience confusion or frustration if they are not informed about the new 'Take control' feature, leading to potential misuse during screensharing sessions.
   - roles: End Users, Team Leaders
   - references: https://www.microsoft.com/microsoft-365/roadmap?filters=&searchterms=420327

Increased Support Requests
The introduction of the 'Take control' feature without prior preparation may lead to an increase in support requests from users unfamiliar with the functionality.
   - roles: IT Support Staff, Helpdesk Agents
   - references: https://www.microsoft.com/microsoft-365/roadmap?filters=&searchterms=420327

Potential Security Risks
Allowing users to take control during screensharing without adequate training may lead to unintentional sharing of sensitive information or misuse of control features.
   - roles: Compliance Officers, IT Security Managers
   - references: https://www.microsoft.com/microsoft-365/roadmap?filters=&searchterms=420327

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Enhanced Collaboration
The new 'Take control' feature during screensharing on Teams web will significantly enhance collaboration among team members, especially in remote settings. This allows users to directly interact with shared content, leading to more effective discussions and decision-making processes.
   - next-steps: Communicate the upcoming feature to all users and provide training sessions to maximize its usage. Update documentation to include guidelines on how to effectively use the 'Take control' feature.
   - roles: Team Leaders, Project Managers, Collaborative Teams
   - references: https://www.microsoft.com/microsoft-365/roadmap?filters=&searchterms=420327

User Experience Improvement
By allowing users to take control during screensharing, the overall user experience will be improved, making meetings more engaging and interactive. This can reduce the frustration often associated with waiting for the presenter to navigate through shared content.
   - next-steps: Gather feedback from users after the feature is rolled out to assess its impact on meetings. Use this feedback to refine training materials and support resources.
   - roles: User Experience Designers, IT Support Staff, End Users
   - references: https://www.microsoft.com/microsoft-365/roadmap?filters=&searchterms=420327

Reduction in Meeting Time
The ability for users to take control during screensharing can lead to shorter meetings as participants can directly engage with the content. This can increase productivity and reduce the overall time spent in meetings.
   - next-steps: Monitor meeting durations before and after the feature is implemented to quantify time savings. Share these insights with management to highlight the productivity gains.
   - roles: Operations Managers, Productivity Analysts, Executives
   - references: https://www.microsoft.com/microsoft-365/roadmap?filters=&searchterms=420327

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change history

DatePropertyoldnew
2025-01-23MC Feature StatusRolling outLaunched
2025-01-10MC Feature StatusLaunchedRolling out
2024-12-10MC Feature RingStandard Release, Targeted ReleaseStandard Release
2024-12-10MC Feature StatusRolling outLaunched
2024-12-06MC Feature RingStandard ReleaseStandard Release, Targeted Release
2024-12-06MC Feature StatusLaunchedRolling out
2024-11-20MC MessagesComing soon to Microsoft Teams on the web: Users will be able to use the Take control feature during screensharing on the web, like they can in Teams for Windows desktop.
This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 420327.
[When this will happen:]
Targeted Release: We will begin rolling out early December 2024 and expect to complete by mid-December 2024.
General Availability (Worldwide, GCC, GCC High, DoD): We will begin rolling out mid-January 2025 and expect to complete by late January 2025.
Updated November 19, 2024: We have updated the content. Thank you for your patience.
Coming soon to Microsoft Teams on the web: Users will be able to use the Take control feature during screensharing on the web, like they can in Teams for Windows desktop.
Note: This feature is currently not available for 1:1 calls on the web.
This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 420327.
[When this will happen:]
Targeted Release: We will begin rolling out early December 2024 and expect to complete by mid-December 2024.
General Availability (Worldwide, GCC, GCC High, DoD): We will begin rolling out mid-January 2025 and expect to complete by late January 2025.
2024-11-20MC Last Updated10/24/2024 18:27:242024-11-19T18:08:28Z
2024-10-25MC Last Updated10/22/2024 01:21:562024-10-24T18:27:24Z
2024-10-25MC TitleMicrosoft Teams: Users can give and take control during screensharing on the web(Updated) Microsoft Teams: Users can take control during screensharing on the web
2024-10-25MC MessageTagNamesFeature update, User impactUpdated message, Feature update, User impact

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