Setting Up Microsoft Teams

1. Launch Teams:
   • Open Microsoft Teams from your Applications menu (Windows/macOS/Linux) or home screen (iOS/Android).
2. Sign In:
   • Sign in with your Microsoft 365 account credentials.
3. Set Up Your Profile:
   • Customize your profile by adding a profile picture and updating your status.

Basic Usage

Chat

1. Start a Chat:
   • Click the “Chat” icon in the left-hand sidebar.
   • Click “New Chat” and enter the names of the people you want to chat with.
2. Send Messages:
   • Type your message in the message box and press Enter.
   • Use the formatting options to add emphasis, lists, and links.

Meetings

1. Schedule a Meeting:
   • Click the “Calendar” icon in the left-hand sidebar.
   • Click “New Meeting” and fill in the meeting details, including title, attendees, date, and time.
2. Join a Meeting:
   • Click the “Join” button from the meeting invite or the calendar.

Channels

1. Create a Channel:
   • Navigate to the desired team in the left-hand sidebar.
   • Click the three dots next to the team name and select “Add Channel”.
   • Enter a channel name and description.
2. Post in a Channel:
   • Select the channel and type your message in the message box, then press Enter.

File Sharing

1. Upload Files:
   • Go to the “Files” tab in a chat or channel.
   • Click “Upload” to add files from your device.
2. Collaborate on Files:
   • Click on a file to open it in Teams, where you and your team can edit it in real-time.