Message ID: MC926877
Comings soon to Microsoft Teams: Users will be able to quickly and efficiently create hyperlinks in chat and channel messages by selecting the text and pasting the URL on top of the text, just like in new Microsoft Outlook for Windows, Microsoft Outlook for the web, and Microsoft Loop. Teams will automatically convert the selected text into a hyperlink, eliminating the need for the Insert link button or the Ctrl+K shortcut.
This message applies to Teams on Windows and Mac desktops.
This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 420942.
[When this will happen:]
Targeted Release: We will begin rolling out early December 2024 and expect to complete by early December 2024.
General Availability (Worldwide): We will begin rolling out mid-December 2024 and expect to complete by mid-December 2024.
[How this will affect your organization:]
This change will be on by default.
[What you need to do to prepare:]
This rollout will happen automatically by the specified date with no admin action required before the rollout. You may want to notify your users about this change and update any relevant documentation.
Source: Microsoft
**Comment on Blog Post: Microsoft Teams: Easily Insert Hyperlinks in Messages**
Ah, the joys of technology updates! It looks like Microsoft Teams is about to make our chatting experience a whole lot smoother with the ability to easily create hyperlinks in messages. Gone are the days of fumbling with the “Insert link” button or desperately trying to remember the Ctrl K shortcut. Now, all you need to do is select the text, paste the URL, and voilà! Hyperlink magic!
For admins, this means less time explaining to users how to insert links and more time sipping that well-deserved coffee (or herbal tea, if that’s your jam). It’s a win-win situation! You won’t have to worry about training sessions on link insertion; just a quick heads-up to your users should do the trick. Plus, it’ll make your documentation look a little less like a treasure map and more like a well-organized library.
As for users, get ready to impress your colleagues with your newfound hyperlinking prowess. Imagine the efficiency! You’ll be able to share resources and references without breaking a sweat. No more awkward moments trying to navigate the link creation process while everyone waits impatiently. Just a simple paste and you’re good to go!
The impact of these changes? Huge! It’s like upgrading from a bicycle to a sports car—suddenly, you’ve got speed and style. So, let’s celebrate this update and all the time it will save us in our daily chats.
What do you all think? Are you excited about the new hyperlink feature? Or do you have any funny hyperlinking mishaps to share? Let’s hear your thoughts in the comments below!