“It may feel different at first”: Microsoft Teams will stop you from leaving meetings or raising your hand accidentally
Microsoft is implementing UI changes to Microsoft Teams to reduce accidental user actions during meetings. Users have frequently reported accidentally raising their hands or leaving meetings prematurely due to button placement and ease of mis-clicking. To address these frustrations, the company will reposition the “Raise Hand” icon and the “Leave Meeting” button within the application.
The updates are scheduled to roll out in June 2026. Microsoft acknowledges that users may initially experience some adjustment when the change takes effect, noting that “it may feel different at first.” However, the company believes these interface adjustments will ultimately make Teams more user-friendly by reducing common mistakes and improving the overall experience.
These kinds of refinements are common as software platforms iterate based on user feedback and usage patterns. By strategically repositioning frequently mis-clicked elements, Microsoft aims to streamline the meeting experience and reduce the frustration caused by accidental actions. The change reflects the company’s broader commitment to continuously improving Teams’ usability for its millions of users across different platforms.