Send a message to a channel in Microsoft Teams
When you go to any channel in Teams, you'll either see Posts or Conversation. This is where messages in a channel take place. Everyone with access to the channel can see messages on the Posts or Conversation tab. Send a message to a channel by creating a new message or replying to one.
Note: Some of these experiences are only available in the threads layout in Teams channels. The threads layout is available as part of the public preview program and might undergo further changes before being released publicly. To get access to this and other upcoming features, switch to Teams public preview.
Start a new message in a posts layout channel
To start a new conversation in a posts layout channel, select Start a new post at the top of the Posts tab or Start a post at the bottom of the Posts tab. What you see depends on the order you've chosen for your posts to appear.
Tip: To flip the order of your channel posts, select More channel options,then choose where you'd like to see your posts.
After selecting Start a new post or Start a post, you'll see a compose box to type your message. Choose a subject for your post, then add a message. When you're done, select Post.
Note: The Start a new post button might be unavailable depending on channel settings. If it is unavailable, only channel moderators can create new conversations.
Start a new message in a threads layout channel
If your channel uses the threaded layout, begin a new conversation by typing a message, then select Send.
Start a new message by searching for a channel
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Select New message
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In the To box, type the channel name or part of the channel name. Select the channel from the list.
Add your subject or message, then select Post or Send.
Reply to a message
Replies to a channel message stay attached to the original message. This way, the whole thread of the conversation can be easily followed by anyone reading it.
Reply to a message in a posts layout channel
To reply to a channel message, select the Reply link below the message.
Reply to a message in a threads layout channel
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Hover over the message you want to respond to.
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Select Reply in thread.
Your reply will appear in a side panel, grouped with the original message and any other replies.
Send a video or audio clip in a channel
Record up to a minute of video or audio and share it in a channel discussion by selecting Actions and apps
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