1. Use the Participants Pane
The easiest way to show all participants in a Microsoft Teams meeting is to use the Participants pane. To access this, click on the “Show participants” button in the meeting controls. This will open the Participants pane, which will show you a list of everyone who is currently in the meeting.
2. Pin Video Feeds
If you want to focus on specific participants in a meeting, you can pin their video feeds. To do this, hover over their video feed and click on the three dots that appear. Then select “Pin” from the menu. This will make their video feed larger and more prominent in the meeting window.
3. Use Large Gallery View
If you have a lot of participants in a meeting, you may want to use the Large Gallery view. This will show you up to 49 participants at once, making it easier to see everyone who is attending the meeting. To switch to Large Gallery view, click on the “Change layout” button in the meeting controls and select “Large gallery” from the menu.
4. Enable Video for All Participants
If you’re having trouble seeing all participants in a meeting, it’s possible that some people have their video turned off. To enable video for all participants, click on the “More options” button in the meeting controls and select “Device settings”. Then, make sure that the “Allow video to be turned on for all participants” option is selected.
5. Use the Spotlight Feature
If you want to focus on a specific participant in a meeting, you can use the Spotlight feature. This will make their video feed larger for everyone in the meeting. To use the Spotlight feature, hover over the participant’s video feed and click on the three dots that appear. Then select “Spotlight” from the menu.
6. Show Names and Pictures
If you’re having trouble identifying participants in a meeting, you can show their names and pictures. To do this, click on the “More options” button in the meeting controls and select “Show participants’ names and pictures” from the menu. This will display everyone’s name and profile picture next to their video feed.
7. Use the Raise Hand Feature
If you’re in a large meeting and need to ask a question or make a comment, you can use the Raise Hand feature. This will notify the meeting organizer that you have something to say. To use the Raise Hand feature, click on the “Raise hand” button in the meeting controls. The meeting organizer will be notified and can give you permission to speak.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Can I show all participants in a Microsoft Teams meeting on my mobile device?
A: Yes, you can show all participants in a Microsoft Teams meeting on your mobile device. Simply tap on the “Show participants” button in the meeting controls to access the Participants pane.
Q: Can I pin multiple video feeds in a Microsoft Teams meeting?
A: No, you can only pin one video feed at a time in a Microsoft Teams meeting. However, you can switch between pinned feeds as needed.
Q: Can I use the Large Gallery view in a Microsoft Teams meeting with less than 49 participants?
A: Yes, you can use the Large Gallery view in a Microsoft Teams meeting with less than 49 participants. However, the video feeds will be smaller to fit into the available space.
Q: Can I enable video for all participants in a Microsoft Teams meeting if I’m not the meeting organizer?
A: No, only the meeting organizer can enable video for all participants in a Microsoft Teams meeting.
Q: Can I use the Spotlight feature in a Microsoft Teams meeting with more than one spotlighted participant?
A: No, you can only spotlight one participant at a time in a Microsoft Teams meeting.