How can I add people to a conversation in Microsoft Teams?

Start a chat with another person

  1. Select New message New chat iconat the top of your list of chats and channels.
  2. Enter a name.
  3. Compose your message in the box at the bottom of the chat.
  4. To open formatting options, select Format Expand button to the right of your message.
  5. When your message is ready, select Send Send a message icon. or press Enter to start the chat.

You can also start a one-on-one chat from someone's profile card. Open it by choosing their picture in a channel or finding their name using the Search box.

Created: Jul 17, 2020 - 9:38am Updated: Mar 31, 2025 - 5:56am Author: UIT Support Center Article: 3071
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