💡 Our Technical Review in summary
- Microsoft is introducing Collaborative Notes, powered by Loop, directly into Microsoft Teams group chats for desktop and web users.
- This feature allows participants to co-create and edit agendas, notes, and action items in real-time within the chat interface, eliminating the need to switch between different applications.
- The rollout for General Availability is scheduled to begin in early November 2025 and is expected to be completed by the end of January 2026.
#### Impact
- User Experience: A new “Notes” tab will appear in group chats. Users can engage in synchronous collaboration on Loop components without installing additional software.
- Default Status: This feature will be enabled by default for all Microsoft 365 tenants.
- Productivity: Enhances workflow efficiency by centralizing meeting artifacts and task tracking within the existing chat context.
- Administrative Control: IT Admins retain the ability to disable this feature if it does not align with organizational policies.
#### Action Required
- Review Configuration: Determine if your organization wants to support Loop-powered notes in chats. If you wish to disable the feature, navigate to the Teams Admin Center under Messaging → Messaging Settings → Messaging Notes.
- PowerShell Management: Alternatively, admins can manage the feature using the
Set-CsTeamsMessagingConfigurationcmdlet. - Update Documentation: Refresh internal help desk manuals and user training materials to include information about the new Notes tab and collaborative Loop components.
- Compliance Review: While Microsoft has identified no specific compliance considerations, internal security teams should review the use of Loop components within chats to ensure they meet corporate data governance standards.
Microsoft Official Update
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Updated December 11, 2025: We have updated the timeline. Thank you for your patience.
Introduction
We’re introducing Teams Collaborative Notes (powered by Loop) in group chats across desktop and web experiences. This feature enables users to co-create and edit notes, agendas, and action items directly within the Teams chat interface, enhancing real-time collaboration without switching contexts.
This message is associated with Roadmap ID 498159.
When this will happen
- Targeted Release: Rollout begins late September (previously early September) and completes by late October 2025 (previously early October).
- General Availability: Rollout begins early November 2025 (previously early October) and completes by end of January 2026 (previously mid-November 2025).
How this affects your organization
Users will see a new Notes tab in group chats, allowing them to create and collaborate on Loop components such as agendas and action items. These components are editable inline, supporting synchronous collaboration directly within Teams.
This feature is on by default for all tenants. Users do not need to install anything to begin using it.
What you can do to prepare
- You can manage this feature via the Teams Admin Center. If desired, Collaborative Notes can be disabled at the tenant level.
- Review internal documentation and training materials to ensure users are aware of the new Notes tab and its capabilities.
- Admins can manage the feature via the Teams Admin Center under: Messaging → Messaging Settings → Messaging Notes
- Alternatively, it can be configured using the PowerShell cmdlet: Set-CsTeamsMessagingConfiguration
Compliance considerations
No compliance considerations identified, review as appropriate for your organization.
