How to create a new team in microsoft teams
Creating a new team in Microsoft Teams is a straightforward process. Here's a step-by-step guide:
Method 1: Create a new team from the Microsoft Teams app
- Open the Microsoft Teams app on your computer or mobile device.
- Click on the "Teams" tab on the left side of the screen.
- Click on the "Join or create a team" button.
- Click on the "Create a team" button.
- Enter a name for your team and a brief description (optional).
- Choose the team owner (you can choose yourself or another user).
- Add members to the team by typing their names or email addresses. You can also add users from your organization's directory.
- Click "Create team" to create the team.
Method 2: Create a new team from the Microsoft 365 admin center
- Sign in to the Microsoft 365 admin center with your admin credentials.
- Click on the "Teams" tab.
- Click on the "Create a team" button.
- Enter a name for your team and a brief description (optional).
- Choose the team owner (you can choose yourself or another user).
- Add members to the team by typing their names or email addresses. You can also add users from your organization's directory.
- Click "Create team" to create the team.
Additional settings
After creating the team, you can customize the team settings by clicking on the three dots next to the team name and selecting "Team settings". Here, you can:
- Set the team's language and time zone
- Configure team channels (e.g., general, announcements, etc.)
- Set up team policies (e.g., file sharing, guest access, etc.)
- Manage team members and their roles
That's it! Your new team is now created and ready for use.