How to Create, edit, or delete a contact group In Microsoft Teams
Make your contacts easier to find by organizing them into groups. Any device can access the groups, but only your desktop or web app can manage them.
Create a group
Click the Chat dropdown at the top of the screen, then select Contacts.
You can create a new contact group by clicking Create a new contact group at the bottom. Select Create and give your group a name. The name of your group can be changed or deleted at any time.
Add people to a contact group
In the Chat dropdown, select Contacts from the dropdown menu on the left. Next, go to More options next to the group’s name next to the Chat dropdown menu. Add a contact to this group by selecting Add a contact, typing the name of a team member, and then selecting Add.
Rename a contact group
Choose Contacts from the dropdown that appears next to Chat on the left, then select More options from the dropdown next to the group’s name if you would like more options. If you wish to rename this group, simply click on Rename this group, type in a new name, and click Save.
Delete a contact group
On the left side, go to Chat and select Contacts from the dropdown menu. Next, select More options beside the name of the group that you wish to add to. Choose Delete this group from the next menu.
Remove someone from a contact group
From the Chat menu, select Contacts from the dropdown menu, choose More options beside the name of the person, and then click Remove from this group, and the person will be removed from the chat group.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I edit the contact list in Teams?
- Select a contact.
- Choose the Contact tab.
- Select Edit contact.
- Changes can be made. Please note that you won’t be able to edit some information provided by your organization.
- Save the file.
How do I add and remove contacts in Teams?
- Access Outlook via the web.
- On the side bar, click the People tab.
- The alphabets can be selected for deletion.
- Reopen your Teams app after closing it.
- After a while, it will sync and refresh.
How do I edit team groups?
- Select More Options from a team’s menu.
- Click Edit team. It provides the ability to edit some basic properties of the team, such as its name, description, and privacy level.
- Basic team properties can be edited.
- Then click Done.
How do I create a contact list in Microsoft Teams?
- Create your contact group by typing its name.
- Numeric-Alpha order will be applied to your new contact group. …
- A contact group can be created by adding contacts. …
- To add someone to your contacts list, enter their last name and first name.
How do I delete a team group?
- Select Teams from the admin center.
- Click on the name of a team to select it.
- Select Delete. The message will appear as a confirmation.
- The team can be permanently deleted by selecting Delete.
How do you edit contacts?
- The Contacts app can be found on your Android phone or tablet.
- You can edit a contact by tapping it.
- You can edit the document by tapping the Edit button at the top right.
- You will be asked to choose an account if you are asked.
- Contact information (name, email, phone) is required. …
- A contact’s photo can be changed by tapping it, then selecting an option.
- Save the file.
How do I delete a group chat on Teams?
How do I change a group name in Teams?
How do I create a group in Microsoft Teams?
- At the app’s bottom, tap Teams. On the right side of the screen. Your team management page will appear.
- New teams can be created by tapping +.
- Choose the privacy level and data classification of the team, and name it.
- Join your new team by inviting people or entire contact groups.
How do I create a shared contact list?