Turn off automatic video in Microsoft Teams
An unscheduled meeting in a channel will automatically turn on video when you join. Changing these video settings is not possible, but turning it off once you’re in a call is.
| Call type | Video setting |
| Unscheduled meeting | Video on |
| Group or 1:1 call from a chat | Asks to join video |
| Scheduled meeting | Video off |
Frequently Asked Questions
Can you turn off all video on Teams?
In a Microsoft Teams meeting, you can turn off all participants’ cameras. When the meeting is in progress, press the meeting options. Uncheck the option to allow cameras during meetings in the meeting settings.
How do I change video settings in Microsoft Teams?
You can switch between these devices during a meeting.
- On the toolbar, click More Actions.
- To view device settings, select Show device settings. Your audio and video device options appear in the Device Settings pane. …
- You can change the audio and camera settings on your device.
Does turning off incoming video in Teams save bandwidth?
You can lower your network bandwidth requirements by disabling incoming video feeds.
How do I turn on incoming videos in Microsoft Teams?
To access Together Mode, you must use the Teams desktop app. Turn on “Turn on new meeting experience” in General settings, if you haven’t already done so. The three-dot ellipses can be selected while in a meeting to switch to Together Mode.