Microsoft Teams Chat on Microsoft Edge Browsing

When used in tandem, Microsoft Teams and Edge can enhance your workflow by allowing seamless access to Microsoft Teams chat while browsing on Edge browser, and these two powerful tools will streamline productivity and communication.

This article will guide you through the steps to effectively use the Microsoft Teams chat feature without interrupting your browsing experience.

Signing into Microsoft Teams

Before you can start using Teams chat on Microsoft Edge, ensure that you are signed into your Microsoft Teams account.

• If you haven’t installed the Teams app on your device, you can access it through the web version.
• Open Edge and navigate to teams.microsoft.com to sign in using your Microsoft 365 or.

Pinning Microsoft Teams to Edge Browser Taskbar

To make the Teams chat readily accessible while browsing on Edge, consider pinning the Teams app to your taskbar. This way, you can easily switch to Teams without leaving your browsing window. Follow these simple steps:

1. Open the Teams app or the Teams web version in Edge.
2. Once the Teams interface loads, right-click on the Teams icon in the taskbar.
3. From the context menu, click on “Pin to taskbar.”

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How to Use Teams Chat While Browsing on Microsoft Edge

First of all you are required to open a webpage link in the Teams chat, here are the steps on how to do it:

1. Open Microsoft Edge.
2. Go to Teams Chat.
3. Click on the three dots in the top right corner of the chat window.
4. Select “Open link in browser.”
5. The webpage will open in a new tab in Microsoft Edge.
6. You can now chat with the person you were chatting with in Teams, while also viewing the webpage.

Here are some additional things to note:

• You can only use this feature if you’re already browsing with Edge as your default browser.
• If you’re not already signed into Teams, you’ll be prompted to sign in.
• The chat window will remain open even if you close the webpage.
• You can minimize the chat window by clicking on the minimize button in the top right corner.

How to Use Teams Chat Overlay

There is no native Teams chat overlay feature, but you can achieve a similar effect by using the “Pop-out chat” feature. To do this, follow these steps:

1. Open the Teams chat window you want to overlay.
2. Click on the three dots in the top right corner of the chat window.
3. Select “Pop-out chat.”
4. The chat window will now pop out into a separate window.
5. You can move this window around your screen and resize it as needed.

The pop-out chat window will remain open even if you close the main Teams window. This means that you can chat with someone while you’re working on something else in your browser.

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Teams Chat Troubleshoot Problems

If you are having problems with Teams chat, you can try the following troubleshooting steps:

• Make sure that you are signed into Teams.
• Check your internet connection.
• Restart your computer.
• Uninstall and reinstall Teams.

How can I get help with Teams chat

If you need help with Teams chat, you can contact Microsoft support. You can also find help online at the Microsoft Teams support website.

Can I share my screen during a chat conversation in Microsoft Teams on Edge?

Yes, you can share your screen during a chat conversation in Microsoft Teams on Edge. To do this, follow these steps:

1. Open the chat conversation with the person you want to share your screen with.
2. Click on the three dots in the top right corner of the chat window.
3. Select “Share screen”.
4. Select the window or application that you want to share.
5. Click on “Share”

Can I have multiple chat conversations open simultaneously in Microsoft Edge?

Yes, you can have multiple chat conversations open simultaneously in Microsoft Edge. To do this, you can either:

1. Open multiple tabs in Microsoft Edge and have a chat conversation open in each tab.
2. Pop out individual chat conversations into separate windows.

Is end-to-end encryption applied to chat messages in Microsoft Teams on Edge?

No, end-to-end encryption (E2EE) is not applied to chat messages in Microsoft Teams on Edge by default. However, it can be enabled for one-on-one calls and meetings.To enable E2EE for one-on-one calls, follow these steps:

1. In Microsoft Teams, open the chat with the person you want to call.
2. Click on the three dots in the top right corner of the chat window.
3. Select Calling.
4. Toggle on the End-to-end encryption setting.

Does Microsoft Teams on Edge support voice commands for chat interactions?

No, Microsoft Teams on Edge does not support voice commands for chat interactions. Voice commands are not currently supported in the Microsoft Teams web app. You can only use voice commands in the desktop app or the mobile app.