how to edit team name in teams

Helen Barrett 0 Reputation points
2026-09-05T11:57:43.1333333+00:00

how do I edit the name and image for a team created in TEAMS.

there is no option there to edit team

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  1. AI answer

    2026-09-05T11:57:56.16+00:00

    To change a team’s name and image, open the team’s settings:

    1. In Teams, go to the team name.
    2. Select More options > Manage team.
    3. Open the Settings tab.
    4. To change the name or description, expand Team details and select Edit.
    5. Change the team name, description, or privacy setting, then select Done.

    For the team image, the team settings include the option to add or change a team picture.

    If Edit team or Manage team does not appear, only a team owner can edit the team details and settings.

    For class teams in Teams for Education:

    1. Open the class team.
    2. Select More options.
    3. Select Manage team.
    4. Open the Settings tab to change settings.

    On mobile for class teams, limited settings are available, including editing the team’s name and description and changing the class avatar.

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  2. Roebe Ta 1,025 Reputation points Independent Advisor
    2026-09-05T12:22:15.5533333+00:00

    Hi @Helen Barrett,

    If you are looking to change the team name or team picture, this can normally be done by a Team Owner from the team's settings. Please check whether you have the appropriate permissions by contacting the person who created the team or another existing Team Owner, as they can confirm your role and ownership status.

    If you're the Team Owner, please try the following steps:

    • Open Microsoft Teams.
    • Locate the team you want to modify.
    • Select the three dots (...) next to the team name.
    • Choose Manage team.

    User's image

    • Open the Settings tab.
    • Select Edit to change the team name, and select Change picture to update the team image.

    User's image

    If you do not see Manage team or Edit even after you follow the steps above, this typically indicates that your account is not currently assigned the Owner role for that team. Team members can participate in the team but cannot modify team-level settings such as the team name or picture.

    If you are unable to update the team settings even though you are listed as the Team Owner, please provide a screenshot of the menu that appears when you select the (...) next to the team name (with any personal or sensitive information removed).

    This will help the community better understand what options are available in your Teams client and investigate why the Manage team or Edit option is not appearing.

    Best Regards.

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