How to change the notification tone in Microsoft Teams

Microsoft Teams is a popular tool used for chatting, video calls, and working with your team. You can connect your Google calendar, turn the camera and mic on or off on the lock screen, turn read receipts on or off, auto start Teams, disable Teams chat, sync contacts with Teams, connect to Google Calendar, link your mobile device, turning message preview on or off, turn spell check on or off, turn on or off phone number in search results, manage notifications, turn on or off suggested replies in chat, and more to keep everything in one place.

Why change your notification tone? Changing your tone helps you quickly identify when a Teams message arrives, especially if you work in a busy office or use other apps with similar sounds.

What happens when you are done? Your computer will play your chosen sound whenever a new notification comes in, making it easier to stay on top of your messages.

How to change your notification tone

You can change your sound settings in the new Microsoft Teams app on Windows 11. Follow these steps:

1. Open the Start menu and find Microsoft Teams in your list of apps to launch it.

You can also open the app using the Taskbar or Taskbar overflow.

2. Once the main Teams window is open, click the Settings and more button (the three dots icon) near your profile picture. Select Settings from the menu.

3. On the left side of the screen, click Notifications and activity.
4. Look for the Sound section on the right. Make sure you check the box to enable sounds with notifications.
5. Click the drop-down menu to pick your favorite sound. You can choose from options like Default, Vibe, Nudge, Tab, Flick, Pluck, Summon, or Ping.

Note: These settings are user-specific and do not require admin privileges to change.

Summary

Customizing your notification sound in Microsoft Teams is a quick way to personalize your workspace. By following these simple steps in the Settings menu, you can select a unique tone that helps you stay alert for new messages without needing to manage complex system files like those found in C:\Windows\System32.