Last Updated: November 21, 2025
Microsoft Teams
Unified communication and collaboration
Core Features
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
Team
|
Group workspace |
Channel
|
Topic-focused conversations |
Chat
|
Private messaging |
Meeting
|
Video/audio conference |
Files
|
SharePoint document storage |
App
|
Integrated third-party tools |
Keyboard Shortcuts
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
Ctrl/Cmd + E
|
Search |
Ctrl/Cmd + Shift + M
|
Start audio call |
Ctrl/Cmd + Shift + U
|
Start video call |
Ctrl/Cmd + N
|
New chat |
Ctrl/Cmd + 1/2/3
|
Navigate tabs |
Ctrl/Cmd + Shift + ,
|
Show settings |
Meeting Controls
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
Ctrl/Cmd + Shift + M
|
Toggle mute |
Ctrl/Cmd + Shift + O
|
Toggle video |
Ctrl/Cmd + Shift + P
|
Share screen |
Ctrl/Cmd + Shift + L
|
Raise/lower hand |
Ctrl/Cmd + Shift + E
|
Leave meeting |
Best Practices
- Use channels for different projects or topics
- Pin important messages for visibility
- Use @mentions to notify specific people
- Integrate with other Microsoft 365 apps
💡 Pro Tips
Quick Reference
Use meeting recordings and transcripts for reference