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Teams - Understand the differences between Connectors, Applications and Tabs Tutorial

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Objectifs :

This document aims to provide a comprehensive overview of how to utilize connectors and tabs in Microsoft Teams to enhance collaboration and streamline access to applications.

Chapitres :

  1. Introduction to Connectors and Tabs in Microsoft Teams
    Microsoft Teams offers various features to enhance productivity and collaboration among team members. This document focuses on two key functionalities: connectors and tabs. Connectors allow integration with third-party applications, while tabs provide quick access to essential tools and resources within Teams.
  2. Using Connectors
    Connectors enable you to receive notifications from other applications directly within your Teams channels. To set up connectors, follow these steps: 1. Choose the channel of the team you want to manage. 2. Click on the three dots (more options) next to the channel name. 3. Select 'Manage Channel'. 4. In the Connectors section, click on the 'Edit' button. 5. Select the application you wish to connect and set your notification preferences. Once configured, you will receive notifications from the connected application directly in the selected channel, facilitating real-time updates and communication.
  3. Utilizing Tabs for Enhanced Collaboration
    Tabs in Microsoft Teams allow you to integrate additional applications or resources that can be accessed by all team members. To add a tab, follow these steps: 1. Select the team and channel where you want to add the tab. 2. Click on the plus sign (+) at the top of the channel. 3. Choose the application you want to add as a tab. 4. Click on 'Save'. The selected application will now be visible and usable by all members of the channel, promoting collaboration and easy access to shared tools.
  4. Accessing Applications in Teams
    To access your favorite applications or discover new features in Teams, you can: - Click on the three dots on the taskbar located on the left side of the Teams application. - Teams will suggest applications based on your usage. - You can also search for a specific application or click on 'Get More Apps' to explore additional options. This feature allows for quick access to tools that enhance your workflow.
  5. Conclusion
    In summary, Microsoft Teams provides powerful tools such as connectors and tabs to improve team collaboration and streamline access to applications. By effectively utilizing these features, teams can enhance communication, stay updated with notifications, and access essential resources seamlessly. Implementing these functionalities can significantly impact productivity and teamwork.

FAQ :

What are connectors in Microsoft Teams?

Connectors in Microsoft Teams are tools that allow users to receive notifications and updates from external applications directly within a Teams channel, enhancing communication and collaboration.

How do I add a tab in Microsoft Teams?

To add a tab in Microsoft Teams, select the team and channel where you want to add the tab, click on the plus sign (+), choose the application you want to integrate, and then click on Save.

Can I access third-party applications in Teams?

Yes, you can access third-party applications in Teams by adding them as tabs or using connectors to receive notifications and updates directly in your channels.

How do I manage connectors in a Teams channel?

To manage connectors in a Teams channel, click on the three dots next to the channel name, select 'Manage Channel', and then edit the connectors in the Connectors section.

What is the benefit of using tabs in Teams?

Using tabs in Teams allows for easy access to important applications and tools, facilitating collaboration and improving productivity by keeping everything in one place.

Quelques cas d'usages :

Integrating Project Management Tools

A project management team can use connectors to integrate tools like Trello or Asana into their Teams channel, allowing team members to receive updates and notifications about project progress directly within Teams.

Enhancing Team Collaboration

A marketing team can add a tab for a shared document or presentation tool like Microsoft OneNote or Google Docs, enabling all team members to collaborate in real-time on marketing strategies and campaigns.

Streamlining Communication

A customer support team can set up connectors to receive notifications from their ticketing system, ensuring that team members are immediately informed of new customer inquiries or updates.

Centralizing Resources

An HR team can create a tab for their employee handbook or training materials, making it easily accessible for all team members and improving onboarding processes.

Real-time Updates from Social Media

A social media management team can use connectors to receive real-time updates from their social media platforms, allowing them to monitor engagement and respond quickly to customer interactions.

Glossaire :

Connectors

Connectors are tools in Microsoft Teams that allow users to receive notifications and updates from third-party applications directly within a Teams channel.

Tabs

Tabs are a feature in Microsoft Teams that enable users to integrate and display third-party applications or Microsoft 365 tools within a channel for easy access and collaboration.

Microsoft Teams

Microsoft Teams is a collaboration platform that combines workplace chat, video meetings, file storage, and application integration to facilitate teamwork.

Third-party applications

Third-party applications are software programs developed by companies other than Microsoft that can be integrated into Microsoft Teams to enhance functionality.

Taskbar

The taskbar in Microsoft Teams is the vertical bar on the left side of the application where users can access different features, including applications and channels.

résultat(s)
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Connectors, Applications or tabs?
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In which cases or uses should
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they be utilized in Teams?
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There are several ways to
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interconnect other applications.
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For example, do you want quick
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access to your favorite applications
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or access new features from Teams?
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Click on the three dots on the taskbar on
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the left side of the Teams application.
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Teams suggests applications to you.
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Search for the application of your
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choice or click on Get More Apps.
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Select the application of your choice.
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Do you want to receive notifications
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from other applications you use?
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In this case you use connectors.
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Choose the channel of a team,
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click on the three dots,
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then Manage Channel.
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In the Connectors section,
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click on the Edit button.
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Select your application
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to set your preferences.
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Teams and the third party
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application are now connected.
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You can view notifications
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directly in the channel.
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Do you want to facilitate
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collaboration within a team?
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In this case use tabs to make
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available an add on another third
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party application or Microsoft 365.
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Choose the team and the channel,
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then click on the plus sign.
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Select the application.
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And click on Save. Now the
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application is visible and usable
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by all members of the channel.

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