Step-by-step how to change a Teams display name

Changing your Microsoft Teams display name is quite significant, especially if you believe you didn’t choose a decent name when you created your account. You can alter your account’s display name at any time; they are not permanent. Follow through for more information on how you can achieve this.

Step-by-step how to change a Teams display name (Personal account):

  • First, click on your circular profile image in the top right corner.
  • Click on your display name.
  • Then click on “Edit name.”
  • Enter a new first name and surname.
  • Finally, click the “Save” button.

Step-by-step how to change a Teams display name (Business account):

  • Firstly, go to office.com.
  • Click on your profile image in the top right.
  • Then click on “Manage account.”
  • Stay in the “Accounts” tab and click “Manage” next to the display name.
  • Stay in the “Overview” tab and click “Edit” under the display name.
  • Add a new name and click “Save.”

Step-by-step how to change a Teams display name (Admin):

  • Firstly, log into your Admin center and click the menu icon.
  • Then go to “Users” and “Active Users” on the left menu.
  • To change the display name, check the box next to the name you want to change.
  • Click the three dots above the names list to reveal more options.
  • Then select “Manage contact information” from the dropdown list.
  • Now enter a new display name.
  • Then click the “Save” button.

It’s a good idea to change your display name in Microsoft Teams so that others don’t confuse you with someone with the same or similar name. It will also be simpler for other members to tag you or ask you to join calls.

In group chats, having a separate display name can also help you be identified. Don’t worry: changing your display name in the Microsoft Teams app will not change the name of your Microsoft account.

Using the official app, a browser, or even the mobile app, you can modify your Microsoft Teams display name.

How to change the Teams display name on a company account

The method you use for changing your display name on Microsoft Teams will depend on what kind of account you’re using — personal or business — and whether admin permissions are required. Please follow the steps below to change a display name.

Solution 1: How to change a Teams display name (Admin)

If you have admin permissions, you can change the user and display name of members in your organization. To do that, please follow the steps below.

Here you can change the username and display name. The username is the text that appears before the email address and will affect the user’s login credentials. For example, in the address [email protected], the word “test” is the username. The display name can be different from the username and changing it will not affect the user’s log in credentials.

  • To change the display name, check the box next to the name you want to change. (1)
  • Click the three dots above the names list to reveal more options. (2)
  • Then select “Manage contact information” from the dropdown list. (3)
  • Now enter a new display name.
  • Then click the “Save” button.

Solution 2: How to change your Teams display name (Business)

  • Click on your profile image in the top right.
  • Then click on “Manage account.”
  • Stay in the “Accounts” tab and click “Manage” next to the display name.
  • Stay in the “Overview” tab and click “Edit” under the display name.
  • Add a new name and click “Save.”

If you are unable to change your name here, and you can see, “Why can’t I edit?” it signifies that this information is controlled by your organization. In that case, you will need to contact the admin.

Solution 3: How to change your Teams display name (Personal)

  • First, click on your circular profile image in the top right corner. (1)
  • Click on your display name. (2)
  • Then click on “Edit name.” (3)
  • Enter a new first name and surname.
  • Finally, click the “Save” button.

More information on display names

For each different organization that you join in Microsoft Teams, you must set your display name. You can use any name on multiple teams, whether it’s your entire name or an alias, depending on your preferences.

You might wish to use your entire name for business or work-related teams to appear more professional. On the other hand, if you want to hide your identity or if you’re comfortable with your coworkers, you can use nicknames or aliases.

You can always modify your profile and change your display name on any team or organization for whatever reason you like. We’re here to assist individuals who are unfamiliar with the app.

All you have to do to alter your display name on Microsoft Teams is edit your profile and select the option from there. After you save the adjustments, your other members will see you on the platform under your new pseudonym.

Remember that each of your organizations might have its own name, so if you want to use the same alias for all of your teams, you’ll have to update them one by one. Changing your personal Teams account’s display name also affects your Microsoft profile.

Conclusion

It’s a good idea to update your Microsoft Teams display name so that others don’t mistake you for someone with a similar or same name. Other members will find it easier to tag you or invite you to join calls.

Having a unique display name might also help you stand out in group discussions. Don’t worry, changing your display name in the Microsoft Teams app won’t change your Microsoft account’s name.

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Saajid Gangat

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