Microsoft is finally giving Teams users an easier way to control audio and video features during meetings. Software giant The test has begun Easily accessible tools for switching cameras, audio sources, speaker outputs and more. These new features are part of the update available for Microsoft Teams Public Preview today.
In the current version of Teams, you have to dig through multiple layers of settings to switch the camera you're using, adjust the background, or go from a built-in speaker to a wired speaker. The new features allow Teams users to access a down arrow next to the camera or microphone button on the meeting toolbar, which includes simplified audio and video options.
If you want to switch from your laptop's built-in camera to a wired webcam, you can do so quickly from this new menu or change the microphone or headset/speaker you're using. There are also options to enable noise suppression, spatial audio, and virtual backgrounds here. These settings are usually found in the sidebar which can be accessed by searching in the Settings menu.
Windows and macOS users can test these new changes today as part of the new Teams client and Public Preview program. These features should be rolled out to all Teams users in the coming months.
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