Use commands in Microsoft Teams
Slash commands are keyboard shortcuts for performing common tasks in Teams. Use them to quickly access apps, manage conversations, update your status, add details to your messages, and join or leave meetings.
Note: Slash commands are currently unavailable in Teams for mobile.
Use slash commands
To use slash commands:
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Type / in the search box at the top of Teams. Select a command from the list and press Enter.
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Type / in a chat compose box. Select a command from the list and press Enter or Tab.
You can do the following using slash commands:
|
Action |
Commands |
|---|---|
|
Update your status |
/available, /away, /busy, /brb, etc. |
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Launch apps |
Commands for your installed apps (/Github, /youtube, /Jira, etc.) |
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Navigate within Teams |
/goto, /settings, /shortcuts, /apps |
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Add details to a message |
/code, /loop, /gif, /record |
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Manage chats and meetings |
/removehistory, /hide, /mute, /leavemeeting, /window |
Your recent commands will stay at the top of your menu. To explore other commands, type / in the search or compose boxes.
Commands are available to everyone using Teams. However, you might see additional commands depending on where you use them.
Some commands may be unavailable due to policies set by your org.
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