Create a channel from Chat or Teams

Create a channel from Chat or Teams

Creating a channel in Microsoft Teams can be done from either the Teams tab or directly from a Chat. Here’s how to do both:

1. Create a Channel from the Teams Tab

  1. Open Microsoft Teams.
  2. In the left-hand sidebar, click on Teams.
  3. Select a Team where you want to create the channel:
    • Find the team name, click the three dots (ellipsis) next to it, and select Add channel.
  4. Fill in Channel Details:
    • Channel Name: Enter a name for the channel.
    • Description (optional): Describe the purpose of the channel.
    • Privacy Settings: Choose from:
      • Standard: Accessible to everyone in the team.
      • Private: Accessible only to specific members you add.
      • Shared: Allows collaboration with people outside the organization if enabled by IT.
  5. Add Members (for Private or Shared Channels):
    • Add specific users if creating a private or shared channel.
  6. Click Add or Create to finalize.

2. Create a Channel from a Chat (Direct Conversation)

You can’t directly create a channel from a chat, but you can move a group chat to a team and channel:

  1. Open Microsoft Teams.
  2. Navigate to the Chat tab and select an existing group chat.
  3. Click the Three Dots (Ellipsis) in the top-right corner of the chat window.
  4. Select Create a Team (if your organization allows team creation).
  5. Follow the prompts to:
    • Name the team.
    • Choose a privacy level (Private or Public).
    • Add team members.

Once the team is created, a General channel is created by default. You can then create additional channels by following the Teams Tab method above.


Tips for Managing Channels:

  • Use Channels for Topic-Specific Conversations: Keep conversations organized.
  • Use Private Channels for Confidential Discussions: Limit access to specific team members.
  • Use Shared Channels for Cross-Organization Collaboration: If your IT admin has enabled this feature.

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