Updated February 2026
We’re excited to share the latest updates to the Microsoft Tech Community!
This release focuses on improving User Group management, along with a collection of behind‑the‑scenes updates and bug fixes designed to make everyday interactions on the platform smoother and more reliable.
As always, thank you for your continued feedback — it plays a key role in shaping these improvements.
Group Hub Metadata Improvements
We’ve continued investing in User Group experiences, starting with improvements to the metadata that helps define and organize Group Hubs.
Group owners can now provide additional contextual information about their groups, making it easier for members to understand the purpose, location, and scope of a community. These enhancements also lay the groundwork for future discoverability and filtering improvements across the platform.
What’s new:
- Expanded Group Hub metadata fields
- Improved consistency in how group information is captured
- Foundation for future enhancements to group discovery and management
Behind‑the‑Scenes Improvements
While some updates are immediately visible, many of the improvements in this release focus on reliability, usability, and polish across the platform.
Highlighted Bug Fixes
- Images in replies now open full screen
Users can once again click images in replies and view them in a full‑screen experience, making it easier to review shared screenshots and visual content. - Inbox access issues resolved
We fixed an issue where some users experienced difficulty accessing their inbox, improving reliability for notifications and private messages.
Additional Improvements
In addition to the fixes above, this release includes:
- Multiple accessibility improvements across key experiences
- Performance and stability enhancements
- Various UI and usability refinements based on community feedback
These updates may not always be visible, but they play an important role in improving day‑to‑day interactions on the Microsoft Tech Community.
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