How to Change Name, Profile and Team Picture in Microsoft Teams

Whenever you’re part of a team or channel, your name is visible in messaging apps like Slack, Microsoft Teams, and Google Meet. Using a profile picture with your name can make you look professional and easily recognizable. By default, Microsoft Teams displays your initials on a solid color background as your profile picture. While you can’t change the icon color, you can add a new photo. In this post, you’ll learn how to change your profile picture and name, as well as your team’s name and photo in Microsoft Teams.

If you are part of multiple organizations in Microsoft Teams, you have to add a new photo and name for each organization separately. This is useful if you are comfortable with different levels in different organizations. You can keep a professional picture in one and a funny picture in another.

Additionally, if your video is turned off in Microsoft Teams, others will see your profile picture. So, why not keep it something nice?

Here is your guide to change your name, profile picture, team name, and team picture in Microsoft Teams.

How to Change Your Name and Profile Picture in Microsoft Teams

The process differs slightly for mobile apps. But first, let’s check the steps for changing your photo and name in Teams on desktop.

Change Name and Profile Photo on Desktop and Web

Step 1: Launch the Teams app or web service and sign in with your account. Click on the profile picture icon at the top and choose Edit profile from the menu. Step 2: A pop-up window will open. Click on Upload picture to add your photo.

If you want to remove your photo, click on Remove picture at any time.

Add your name in the ‘Enter the name’ box.

Change Name and Profile Picture on Mobile Apps

To change your photo in the Microsoft Teams app for Android and iOS, follow these steps:

– Go to the home screen of the app.

– Tap on the three-bar icon at the top-left corner, then tap on your name.

– On Android and iOS, tap on the Edit Image option near the profile photo area. If you want to change your display name, click on the edit (pencil) icon at the top.

– On iOS, tap on Edit to access options to change your picture and name. Select the appropriate option from the menu.

– You can also access this setting on Android and iOS by going to Settings > Profile in the Teams app.

If you can’t change your picture in Microsoft Teams, try reducing the image resolution or changing the format from JPG to PNG or vice versa. If the problem continues, attempt changing the picture from a different device, like your mobile.

How to Change Team Name and Picture in Microsoft Teams

Note: Only the organization owner can change the team’s picture and name. Other members do not have this privilege.

Change Team Name on Desktop and Web

In the Teams app, click on the Teams tab from the left sidebar. Click on the three-dot icon next to your team’s name and choose Edit team.

Add a new team name in the pop-up window that opens and click on Done to save the changes.

Change Team Photo on Desktop and Web

Step 1: Click on Teams in the app sidebar. Click the three-dot icon next to the team name. Choose Manage team from the menu.

Step 2: Click the Settings tab in the new pane. Click on the Team picture to expand it.

Step 3: Hit the Change picture button.

To quickly change your team’s picture, click the picture icon at the top after performing step 1.

If you receive the error message “We’re still setting up your team, you can change your picture when we’re done” while trying to change your picture, try doing it from another device. You can also use the Teams mobile app. Additionally, sign out of the Teams app on your desktop and sign back in to resolve the issue. If the problem persists, uninstall and reinstall the Teams app.

Change Team Photo and Name on Mobile Apps

To put a new team picture and name from Android and iOS in Microsoft Teams, follow these steps:

1. Launch the Microsoft Teams app and tap on Teams.

2. Tap on the team you want to update.

3. To change the team picture, tap on the current picture and select a new one.

4. To change the team name, tap on the current name and enter the new name.

5. Tap Save to apply the changes.

That’s it! You have successfully updated the team picture and name in Microsoft Teams on your Android or iOS device.

Step 2: Tap on the three-dot icon next to the team’s name. Choose Edit team.

Step 3: Change team picture by adding a new photo. Type a new name for the team and save changes.

Keyboard shortcuts can greatly enhance efficiency and productivity in Microsoft Teams. By using shortcuts, you can perform various tasks quickly and easily, saving time and effort. Here are some of the best keyboard shortcuts for Teams:

– Ctrl+N: Start a new chat

– Ctrl+Shift+C: Create a new channel

– Ctrl+Shift+R: Reply to a message

– Ctrl+E: Go to the search field

– Ctrl+/: Show keyboard shortcuts help

– Ctrl+1: Go to Activity

– Ctrl+2: Go to Chat

– Ctrl+3: Go to Teams

– Ctrl+4: Go to Calls

– Ctrl+5: Go to Files

These shortcuts can be a game-changer for Teams users, allowing them to navigate and interact with the platform more efficiently. By incorporating these shortcuts into your workflow, you can save time and streamline your work in Teams. Give them a try and see how they can elevate your productivity!

Represent Yourself

It’s essential to stand out in the Teams app, especially if you’re on multiple teams. Others should be able to identify you quickly for a conversation or video call. However, Teams can have issues like any other app. You might face microphone or notification problems. For some users, the Teams app doesn’t load. Thankfully, these issues have simple solutions. We look forward to trying new features in the next Teams update.

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