Sep 11 2020 01:22 PM
As a frequent participant in Teams meetings, I need to indicate to other attendees that I am "away" so that I can step out for a short time without interrupting the call. With this, I could grab a beverage refill or take a restroom break when necessary. Other participants would know that I'm unavailable for that time.
Entering a message in the chat often feels disruptive, or even rude to the active speaker. I'd like to see an icon similar the Raised Hand icon that indicates I will be right back. For example, I've observed that many businesses use the coffee mug emoji in WebEx to serve this purpose.
Sep 11 2020 03:47 PM
SolutionHello @cobrev There is an "appear away" option that is available. I'm told by the engineers that others see "away" but since I can't look at my own profile unless I'm logged in as someone else I can't personally verify that.
Sep 14 2020 06:15 AM
@ThereseSolimeno thanks for the reply! Do you guidance or a screenshot for where that is located? I do not see such an icon in the meeting window. Or are they referring to the main Teams status? I am looking for something specific to an active meeting.
Sep 14 2020 07:49 AM
Hi @cobrev This is found in the main teams app where you click on your photo.
Feb 20 2023 09:11 AM
@cobrev I use a workaround and join another Teams meeting which is just myself. This shows me as 'On Hold' in my existing meeting.
Mar 01 2023 12:33 PM
Apr 18 2023 12:11 PM
Teams made by the Microsoft. So don't expect any user friendly features. Those code writers are in there own world, never see it uses eye. @cobrev
Aug 07 2023 06:25 AM
what you can do is start a separate meeting with yourself and you'll show up as "Hold" in your first meeting.