Sometimes you want to change the name that appears in Teams meetings. So how do we change the name?
Also, if there are many similar team and channel names, I feel stressed every time I access. You may want to change this name as well if it is confusing.
In this article, we will introduce how to change the name of a Teams meeting, and how to change the name of a team or channel.
Names that can be changed in Teams
The names that can be changed in Teams are as follows.
Renaming teams, channels, and group chats to something that makes them stand out from others makes accessing them less frustrating.
What if I can't change my name?
Your Teams name may not be changeable by your administrator if you are using an organizational account. If you can't change your name using the steps below, we recommend contacting your Teams admin.
Only administrators can change the organization name
The organization name displayed in Teams is registered in the organization profile. Only the registered administrator can change this. If you want to change your organization name, address, contact information, etc., please consult with your administrator first.
Administrators will need to access the Azure Active Directory admin center and log in with their organizational account before making any changes. Select "Organization profile" from "Organization settings" and change from "Organization information".
How to change your name in Teams
Here's how to change your name as it appears in Teams.
[Desktop version/browser]
This is the method when using Teams on the desktop version or browser.
Changing your account information
Your name that appears in Teams meetings, Teams chats, etc. is the one you set when you registered your account.
First, click the account icon displayed in the upper right corner of the Teams screen. Select "Manage Account" that appears.
Click Manage next to go to your Microsoft account page. If "(guest)" is displayed, you cannot access it, so please switch accounts.
Clicking on the name you want to change will take you to the 'Your Information' page. Click "Edit Name" to the right of your name.
Enter a new name and click "Save" to complete.
Admins can also change other participants' names
If you are a Teams admin, you can change your own name using the steps above, and you can also change the names of other Teams participants can also be changed.
After accessing and logging into the Azure Active Directory admin center, select Users > Active Users. Select the participant you want to rename from the list and select Manage Contact Information. After changing your display name, select Save Changes.
[Mobile version]
From here, we will introduce how to change the name when using Teams from a mobile device such as an iPad, Android tablet, or smartphone.
Access your Microsoft account from your browser
If you want to change your Teams name, you can't do it on mobile. Access your Microsoft account from a web browser and change it.
After accessing the Microsoft account page and logging in, tap "Edit name" displayed.
If you enter the changed name etc. and tap "Save", it will be changed.
Changes are not reflected immediately
Please note that changes to your Teams account information may not be reflected immediately. In that case, refresh the Teams page or restart the app to reflect the changes.
How to change the name of a team, channel, or group chat in Teams
I told you how to change your name displayed in Teams meetings, etc. I will show you how to change the name of a group chat.
As the number of teams and channels increases, it becomes difficult to use similar names side by side. If it is difficult to understand, it is good to organize the names, but some participants may be confused if the name of the channel they belong to suddenly changes. Be careful.
If you are using an organizational account, your administrator may not be able to change these names.
[Desktop version/Browser]
This is the change method when using Teams on the desktop version or browser.
How to rename your team
Teams allows you to rename your team. However, it cannot be changed with a guest account, etc.
First, display the team you want to change the team name and click "... (more options)". Click "Edit team" from the displayed menu.
On the displayed screen, enter the name of the new team in "Team Name". Click "Done" to change the team name.
How to rename a channel
Next, let's look at how to rename a channel in Teams. By the way, you can see a channel named "General" in Teams channel, but this cannot be renamed or deleted even by admins.
Choose Edit this channel from … (more options), just like you did for Teams.
On the displayed screen, enter the name of the new channel in "Channel Name". Click "Save" and the channel name will be changed.
How to change the name of a group chat
Teams chats display their names when they are person-to-person. For group chats with multiple participants, you can give the group a name. I will show you how to change it.
First, click the pencil icon next to the chat.
If you enter the group name you want to change and click "Save", the group name in the chat will be changed. This change is also available for guest accounts.
[Mobile version]
Next, we will introduce how to change the names of teams, channels, and group chats from the mobile version of Teams.
How to change the team name
To change the Teams team name, tap "Teams" displayed at the bottom of the screen. Select the team you want to rename and tap the "..." next to it. Select "Edit Team" from the menu that appears.
Tap "Edit Details" and enter the new team name on the screen that appears, then tap "Save" to complete the change.
How to Rename a Channel
Channels in Teams can be renamed just like teams.
After viewing the channels, open the channel you want to rename, tap the channel name at the top, and enter the new name.
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How to change group chat name
In Teams chat, you can name or change the group name only for group chats with 3 or more people. Tap "Chat" at the bottom of the Teams screen and open the group chat you want to change the group name.
Tap the pencil logo that appears next to the group name and enter the changed group name on the screen that appears. Tap "Save" to rename the chat group.
Can I change my name or meeting name during a Teams meeting?
There may be times when you want to change your name during a Teams meeting. However, as mentioned above, changing your account information will not take effect immediately and you will need to log in to Teams again. Get your name changed before the meeting.
Also, if you want to change the Teams meeting name, the organizer can only change it before the meeting starts. Please note that the meeting name cannot be changed during the meeting. It is good etiquette to name Teams meetings in an easy-to-understand manner so that participants can participate without hesitation.
Change the name and meeting name displayed in the Teams meeting before the meeting
The Teams name includes personal profiles, teams, channels, etc., which can be changed can do. If you can't change it, it may be restricted by your Teams admin, so let's check.
Also, many people would like to change their name in a Teams meeting. You can change your name that appears in Teams meetings from your personal account profile. However, it may not change immediately and you may need to log in again. Work in advance. Note that the Teams meeting name can be changed by the organizer, but it cannot be changed during the meeting.