How to unmute on teams?
- George Apostolov
How to unmute on teams?: step-by-step guide
Click on the three dots icon
Select 'Settings' from the dropdown list
Choose the 'Privacy' option
Make sure 'Keyboard shortcut to unmute' is on
When you start a meeting instantly, the microphone will be unmuted by default
You can mute the microphone by clicking on the mic button during your meeting if required
Quick answer: To unmute in Microsoft Teams, click the three dots icon, select Settings, and choose Privacy. Next, ensure the keyboard shortcut to unmute is on so your microphone is unmuted by default in instant meetings. You can also mute the microphone using the mic button during the meeting.
About this Microsoft Teams tutorial
Control your audio settings in Microsoft Teams by enabling the unmute keyboard shortcut and managing your microphone during meetings. This guide shows how to unmute on teams? in 6 steps, starting with "Click on the three dots icon" and finishing with "You can mute the microphone by clicking on the mic button during your meeting if required". 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 unmute on teams??
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 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 Use Microsoft Planner in Teams, Integrate Teams with Google Chat for cross-platform messaging via Zapier and Push Teams chat to Telegram groups through Zapier. Last reviewed 05 Oct 2026.
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