Key Takeaways:* Microsoft Teams will soon add slash commands support into the compose message box. * The integration of slash commands aims to enhance efficiency and simplify task completion within Microsoft Teams. * This feature will be available across all major platforms, including Windows, macOS, and the web.

Microsoft Teams is set to introduce support for slash commands directly within the compose message box. The company has announced on the Microsoft 365 Admin Center that this new feature will start rolling out to Teams users across Windows, macOS, and the web later this month.

In Microsoft Teams, slash commands are handy shortcuts designed to boost productivity. The feature helps users quickly initiate calls, access files, and navigate teams and channels. This capability is designed to streamline workflow and enhance efficiency, making tasks easier to accomplish.

Currently, the Microsoft Teams desktop client offers slash command support within the command box. Users will soon be able to type slash in Teams compose box and select a command in order to complete their tasks.

How to use slash commands in the Microsoft Teams compose boxOnce rolled out, Microsoft Teams users will simply need to enter a forward slash in the compose box to access a list of supported slash commands. Here are some common tasks that can be performed with slash commands:

• /code: This command lets users add a code block to their message.
• /loop: This command can be used to add a loop component to a message.
• /away: This command allows users to set their presence indicator to away.
• /setting: This command helps users navigate to settings.
• /mute: This command can be used to mute a chat.

Slash commands in the Teams compose message box (Image Credits: Microsoft)Microsoft expects to roll out the new slash commands in the Teams compose box to targeted release customers later this month. This feature is expected to become generally available for all commercial customers worldwide in late June.

In related news, Microsoft has recently announced its plans to drop support for Classic Teams on July 1, 2024. Microsoft Teams users will begin seeing messages that the app is no longer supported. Microsoft will block users from accessing Classic Teams on Windows 7, 8, 8.1, and macOS Sierra (10.12) in October 2024.

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