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5 Ways to Keep Microsoft Teams Status Green All the Time
Microsoft Teams has become a staple for businesses and organizations, particularly in remote work. However, it can be frustrating when the platform marks you as Away when you’re actively using it. In this article, we’ll show you how to keep your Microsoft Teams status green all the time and avoid being marked as Away.
Now, you might be wondering, what are the status options in Microsoft Teams, and why does it show “Away”? Microsoft Teams offers various status options to indicate your availability to your team, including Available, Busy, Away, and more. Your status will be automatically set as Away if you haven’t been active on the app for a while, which can be frustrating if you’re using your computer for other tasks. But no need to worry; we’re here to help. Let’s get started.
Step 2: Go to ‘Power & battery’ under System.
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Step 3: Choose ‘Screen and sleep’ under Power.
Step 4: Adjust when you want your system to sleep when plugged in and on the battery.
That’s it. You changed the sleep settings on Windows, so your PC will not go to sleep, keeping your Teams status active. If you are on a Mac, continue reading.
On Mac
Step 1: Press Command + Space on your keyboard, type System Settings, and press the return key. This will open System Settings.
Step 2: Select Lock Screen.
Step 3: Under Lock Screen settings, adjust when you want your system to sleep – when plugged in and on the battery.
Keeping your status active on Teams is important. Additionally, you can use other methods mentioned in our article on quick ways to stop Mac from sleeping.
2. Manually Keep Your Status Active on Teams
Waiting for Windows or Mac to change your availability status can be avoided by manually setting it in Microsoft Teams. This way, you can keep it running without worrying about sleep or other settings.
On Windows or Mac
To launch Microsoft Teams, follow these steps based on your operating system.
Step 1: Launch Microsoft Teams on your Mac. Note that this demonstration is for Mac users.
Step 2: Once launched, click your profile picture in the top right corner of your screen.
Click on Availability in Step 3.
Step 4: In the menu, choose (green) Available.
That’s it. You have made yourself available, allowing others to see you as active even when you’re not working or are away from your computer.
On Android or iOS
The steps are the same for both Android and iOS. However, for demonstration, we will go with Android.Launch Teams on your device and from the home page, tap on your profile in the top-left corner.
Step 2: In the sidebar, tap Offline or the option below your account name. From the drop-down, select the Available option.
You’ve successfully changed your availability setting in Microsoft Teams, keeping your status green even when you’re not working. If you want to be more inclusive, you can also update your status message. Let’s move on to the next method.
3. Use a Status Message
Teams status messages appear next to users’ profile pictures, providing a way to share information about your availability, status, or current activity. Note that you only need to choose one method of setting the status message: Windows, Mac, Android, or iOS. Any changes you make will sync automatically across all devices logged in with the same account.
On Windows or Mac
The steps are the same for both Windows and Mac. However, for demonstration purposes, we will use Mac. Follow the instructions below. Step 1: Open Microsoft Teams on your computer.
Step 2: Once launched, click on your profile picture at the top right corner.
Step 3: Click on ‘Set status message.’
Step 4: Type your note and check the box ‘Show when people message me’.
Step 5: Under ‘Clear status message after,’ set the message’s duration to appear.
Step 6: Click Done.
A status message will appear when a message is delivered to you and the user can see it on your profile. You can also set it on your Teams mobile app. Keep reading.
On Android or iOS
The steps are the same for both Android and iOS. However, for demonstration purposes, we will focus on Android.
Step 1: Launch Teams on your Android or iOS device and tap your profile picture in the top-left corner.
Step 2: Tap on the sidebar and select ‘Set status message.’ Set your status message on the next screen.
Toggle on the option ‘Show when people message me.’ Right next to the Clear after option, select a time for the message to disappear.
Step 4: Finally, tap the checkmark in the upper right corner.
You have set your status message on your Teams mobile app.
4. Host a Private Meeting
This method is reliable and keeps your status active on Teams continuously. We host a false private meeting to prevent Teams from becoming inactive until the meeting ends. With this approach, you can appear active even when you’re not there.
On Windows/Mac
Step 1: Open the Microsoft Teams app on your Windows or Mac machine.
Note: For demonstration purposes, we are going with Mac.
Step 2: Go to Meet from the sidebar.
Step 3: Click on Meet now or Meet later under Meet, depending on your absence.
Note: You can also use Calendar to schedule a meeting during your unavailability.
Once the meeting is set, join without worrying about staying active on Teams. You can also join using a mobile device. Continue reading.
On Android/iOS
Step 1: Launch Teams on your Android or iOS device and tap your profile picture in the top-left corner.
Step 2: Tap Calendar in the sidebar and select Meet in the top right corner.
Step 3: Tap Start meeting on the Instant meeting bottom sheet.
Note: Set the necessary parameters under Meeting options. Use the calendar to schedule the meeting when you’re unavailable.
There you go. You have efficiently set your availability to stay green even in your absence. If this method is too much for you, the next method should do the job.
5. Use a Mouse Jiggler
A mouse jiggler is an application that automatically moves your cursor to prevent your computer from sleeping or locking due to inactivity. It simulates activity, tricking your computer into thinking it’s being used.
Many third-party software are available, but we recommend Move Mouse for Windows and Jiggler for Mac to stay active and prevent your status from becoming inactive or away. Keeping your computer awake and active allows you to receive notifications and messages on Teams. The software mentioned above are easy to install and use. Check the FAQ section below for any unanswered queries.
FAQs on Microsoft Teams Status
1. How long does it take for Teams status to turn yellow?
Teams status turns yellow after five minutes of inactivity on the computer or the Teams mobile app. However, you can also manually set it to yellow. It will stay yellow until you change it manually or start interacting with the computer or Teams app.
2. Can Teams status be tracked?
Microsoft Teams allows administrative tracking and reporting, such as meeting attendance and chat usage, for analytics. Tracking and monitoring should adhere to company policies and privacy laws.
3. Is Teams status reliable?
Microsoft Teams’ status can be inaccurate due to technical issues or delays in updating the status. There may also be delays in synchronizing the status across different devices or platforms.
Hack to Always Stay Online
Keeping Microsoft Teams status green is essential for efficient collaboration. Try these tips to improve your team’s synchronization and productivity. Also, learn how to remove Teams meetings from Outlook invites.
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