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RM565220Microsoft Teams: Open message links in new window

Summary

Teams now enables links within chat and channel messages to open in a new window, so you can compare information side by side without losing the context of your ongoing conversation. Access this capability through the More options menu or by using Ctrl/Cmd + click.

Description

Teams now enables links within chat and channel messages to open in a new window, so you can compare information side by side without losing the context of your ongoing conversation. Access this capability through the More options menu or by using Ctrl/Cmd + click.

GA date: July CY2026

Version history

3 versions tracked

Updated 2 times since Jun 10, 2026. Microsoft 365 Message Center only shows the current version; this archive preserves tracked history.

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  1. Jul 6, 2026 - 11:00 PMLatest - v3

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  2. Jun 11, 2026 - 11:15 PMv2

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