How to start a chat in Microsoft Teams

For IMU students and staff

Chat with one person

Select New message at the top of your chats and channels list.
Type the person’s name in the To field and select them from the results.
Type your message and select Send.

Start a group chat

Select New message and add the people you want to include in the To field.
To name the chat, select the down arrow beside To and enter a Group name.
Check the participants, type your message and select Send.

Add someone later

Open the group chat and select View and add participants → Add people. Select the person and check how much of the earlier chat history they will be able to see before clicking Add.

Tip: Check names carefully when several people at IMU have similar names, especially before sharing student or assessment information.

Updated on: 29/09/2026

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