How to Change the Microsoft Planner Background
- George Apostolov
How to Change the Microsoft Planner Background: step-by-step guide
Go to the left-side panel, then click 'My Plans'.
After that, find and select the specific plan you want to edit.
Navigate to the top menu bar, then click the drop-down arrow next to the plan name.
Subsequently, choose 'Plan Details' from the list of options.
Head over to the right-side panel and choose one from the options under the Suggested Backgrounds section.
After completing these steps, the background of your plan will be changed instantly.
Quick answer: To change the Microsoft Planner background, click 'My Plans' in the left panel, select your plan, click the drop-down arrow next to the plan name in the top menu, and choose 'Plan Details'. Finally, select a background under the Suggested Backgrounds section in the right-side panel.
About this Microsoft tutorial
Customize your Microsoft Planner workspace instantly by choosing a new background from the suggested options in the plan details panel. This guide shows how to change the Microsoft Planner Background in 6 steps, starting with "Go to the left-side panel, then click 'My Plans'" and finishing with "After completing these steps, the background of your plan will be changed instantly". The interactive demo above is a click-through copy of the real Microsoft interface, so you can rehearse each step before doing it in your own account.
Frequently asked questions
How many steps does it take to change the Microsoft Planner Background?
6 steps. Each one is listed in order above, and the demo highlights exactly where to click.
Can I try it without changing my own account?
Yes. Clicking through the demo doesn't touch your Microsoft data or settings. Once you know the flow, repeat it in your own workspace.
This tutorial is filed under Microsoft. Related guides: How to Change the Y-Axis Values in Microsoft Excel Charts, How to Clear Cell Formatting in Microsoft Excel and How to Color Every Other Row in Microsoft Excel. Last reviewed 05 Oct 2026.
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