Use commands in Microsoft Teams

Use slash commands

To use slash commands:

• Type / in the search box at the top of Teams. Select a command from the list and press Enter.

• Type / in a chat compose box. Select a command from the list and press Enter or Tab.

The following table shows available commands, what they do, and where you can use them.

• Your recent commands will stay at the top of your menu. To explore other commands, type / in the search or compose boxes.

• Commands are available to everyone using Teams. However, you might see additional commands depending on where you use them.

• Some commands may be unavailable due to policies set by your org.

Use /goto command

The /goto command helps you navigate chats or channels from the search bar or as a keyboard shortcut.

From the search bar 

1. Click the search bar at the top of Teams.

2. Type /goto followed by the name of the chat or channel you want to access. Or you can select one of the options from the drop-down menu that appears.

3. Press Enter to jump directly to your destination.

Use the keyboard shortcut 

1. Press Ctrl+G to activate “Go to” mode.

2. Start typing the name of your chat or channel. Or you can select one of the options from the drop-down menu that appears.

3. Select your destination from the suggestions and press Enter.

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