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Message ID: MC1034587
Coming soon for Microsoft Viva Engage premium users: We will add existing creation options for Question and Article posts to the Create new button.
An Engage premium user is licensed for Microsoft Viva Suite or the Microsoft Viva Employee Communications and Communities Suite.
This message applies to:
- Engage app on the desktop (as a progressive web app)
- Engage app in Microsoft Outlook (new Outlook for Windows desktop, Outlook for the web, and new Outlook for Mac desktop)
- Engage app in Microsoft Teams (Teams for Windows desktop, Teams for Mac desktop, and Teams for the web)
This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 484852.
[When this will happen:]
General Availability (Worldwide): We will begin rolling out early April 2025 and expect to complete by late April 2025.
[How this will affect your organization:]
Before this rollout, the Create new button displayed options for Post, Community, Campaign and Event, or a subset of these depending on the user’s assigned license and role permissions.
After this rollout, premium licensed Engage users will find new options to more easily create Question and Article posts from the Create new button:
This rollout does not include new types of content creation. Users will inherit their current creation settings, so they can create content types based on their permissions and license type
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This change will be available by default.
[What you need to do to prepare:]
This rollout will happen automatically by the specified dates with no admin action required before the rollout. Review your current configuration to determine the impact for your organization. You may want to notify your users about this change and update any relevant documentation.
Learn more about the nuances of licensing and permissions for Viva Engage and for each post type:
- Seeded and premium licensing: Set up Viva Engage | Microsoft Learn
- Post types: Write and schedule posts, articles, and announcements in Viva Engage – Microsoft Support
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Source: Microsoft
![Microsoft Viva Engage: Create articles and questions more easily with the updated "Create new" button [MC1034587]](https://mwpro.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/pexels-jplenio-1119973-150x150.webp "Microsoft Viva Engage: Create articles and questions more easily with the updated \"Create new\" button [MC1034587]")
![Microsoft Viva Engage: Create articles and questions more easily with the updated "Create new" button [MC1034587]](https://mwpro.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/pexels-kevin-ku-92347-577585-150x150.webp "Microsoft Viva Engage: Create articles and questions more easily with the updated \"Create new\" button [MC1034587]")
The recent update to Microsoft Viva Engage is set to bring a wave of positive changes for both admins and users, making the platform more intuitive and user-friendly. With the introduction of the updated “Create new” button, premium users will find it easier than ever to create Articles and Questions. This enhancement promises to streamline the content creation process, reducing the time spent navigating through menus and options.
For admins, the good news is that this rollout will happen automatically, requiring no additional action. This means less hassle in managing updates and more time to focus on strategic initiatives. However, it would still be wise to review your current configuration and inform your users about these changes. After all, a well-informed team is a happy team!
Users will benefit significantly from this update. The simplified access to create content means that sharing knowledge and engaging with the community will become a breeze. Imagine the joy of not having to scroll through endless options just to ask a question or share an article—it’s like finding a parking spot right in front of your favorite café!
As with any update, the impact will depend on how effectively organizations adapt to these changes. While it’s not introducing new content types, the ease of access to existing ones can drive engagement and foster a more collaborative environment.
So, what do you think about these changes? Will they make your life easier, or are there aspects you wish were different? Let’s hear your thoughts! And for more insights, check out additional posts on mwpro.co.uk!