How to delete teams messages?
- George Apostolov
How to delete teams messages?: step-by-step guide
Go to the DM from where you wish to delete the message
Click on the three dots icon
Select 'Delete' to remove the message from the chat
Quick answer: To remove chat text in Microsoft Teams, go to the direct message containing the target content, click the three dots icon, and select Delete to clear the message from the conversation.
About this Microsoft Teams tutorial
Remove chat text in Microsoft Teams by opening the direct message, clicking the three dots icon, and choosing Delete to erase it. This guide shows how to delete teams messages? in 3 steps, starting with "Go to the DM from where you wish to delete the message" and finishing with "Select 'Delete' to remove the message from the chat". The interactive demo above is a click-through copy of the real Microsoft Teams interface, so you can rehearse each step before doing it in your own account.
Frequently asked questions
How many steps does it take to delete teams messages??
3 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 Teams data or settings. Once you know the flow, repeat it in your own workspace.
This tutorial is filed under Microsoft Teams. Related guides: How to Export a Microsoft Teams Planner to Excel, How to find hidden chats in teams? and How to go to next line in teams chat ?. Last reviewed 05 Oct 2026.
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