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Direct Messaging in Microsoft Teams Side Conversations

Learn about the current limitations of direct messaging in Microsoft Teams side conversations within Zendesk and possible workarounds.

Can I use Microsoft Teams side conversations in Zendesk for direct messaging?

Currently, direct messaging is not supported in Microsoft Teams side conversations within Zendesk. As a workaround, administrators can set up separate channels with only one member and add the Zendesk for Microsoft Teams app to these channels.

This limitation has been a common request among users, and many have expressed the need for direct messaging to improve communication efficiency. For updates on this feature, keep an eye on Zendesk's announcements or theoriginal link.


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If the link between Zendesk and Microsoft Teams breaks, such as when an admin removes the Zendesk app from a Teams channel or a channel is archived or deleted, you can still view the side conversations in a ticket. However, you will no longer be…

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