How do I add members or join to a Microsoft Team?



After you've created your Microsoft Team, you will want to add members to begin collaborating with others. This FAQ will review how you can add others to your Microsoft Team.

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1. Open up your team

Option 1: Obtaining the Share Link

1. Click on the three dots besides your Team name and click Get link to team

2. Copy the link and share it with team members. 



Option 2: Share the Team Code

1. Click on the three dots besides your Team name and click Manage team

2. Click Settings

3. Click Team code

4. Share the team code with team members.

5. Direct members to follow the steps outlined in this FAQ; however, at Step 5, instead of Creating a Team, individuals will Join with a code. 



Option 3: Direct Add

1. Click on the three dots besides your Team name and click Add member.

2. Begin typing a name or email address.



After adding members, you may need to approve them to join your team.

1. Click on the three dots besides your Team name and click Manage team.

2. Click Pending Requests.

3. To approve all requests at once click Accept All; or you can approve or deny people individually by clicking on the corresponding button beside their name.