Share this article
Improve this guide
Teams Animated Backgrounds: How to Download & Use
The feature is currently in the testing phase
4 min. read
Updated onOctober 24, 2023
updated onOctober 24, 2023
Share this article
Improve this guide
Read our disclosure page to find out how can you help Windows Report sustain the editorial teamRead more
Key notes
Microsoft recently introduced the ability to use an animated background in Teams, something that had been missing from the popular video-conferencing apps. Zoom already supports animated backgrounds. And with Microsoft introducing the functionality, users are all excited!
The built-in functionality might be missing for some, given that it’s a gradual rollout. For organizations, IT administrators need to set the update policy toShow preview featuresfor dynamic animations to work.
Does Teams support animated GIFs?
Microsoft Teams supports sharing GIFs as a message. The option is available underneath the message text field. Click the GIF icon, and choose any to share. Besides, you can search for more.
But Teams does not allow users to set GIFs as background in meetings. The only formats supported are .jpg, .png, and .bmp. But converting it to the PNG format will allow you to use any GIF as an animated background in Microsoft Teams.
How do I set an animated background in Microsoft Teams?
1. Use the default animated background
That’s how youset up a background animation before a meetingin Microsoft Teams and enhance the meeting experience. Virtual backgrounds are good. But thebest static backgrounds, too, are a great addition!
Besides, to change the background filters during a meeting, click theMoreicon > chooseEffects and avatars> select a video background. You can similarlychange the background in Teams’ mobile app.
But the animated backgrounds have a few limitations, as listed in theofficial blog post:
2. Create an animated background (from .gif file)
You can alwaysset up custom backgrounds in Microsoft teams, both static and animated. This way, Teams users can make meetings more fun!
Tips for getting the most out of Teams animated backgrounds
While video filters are a great introduction to Microsoft Teams, the limited number of animated backgrounds is still a problem. But we should expect more in the coming days!
If you plan to download some exciting ones, check our curated guide listing thebest Microsoft Teams Halloween backgrounds.
For any queries to share your thoughts on animated backgrounds in Microsoft Teams, drop a comment below.
More about the topics:Microsoft Teams,Teams
Alexandru Poloboc
Tech Journalist
With an overpowering desire to always get to the bottom of things and uncover the truth, Alex spent most of his time working as a news reporter, anchor, as well as TV and radio entertainment show host.
A certified gadget freak, he always feels the need to surround himself with next-generation electronics.
When he is not working, he splits his free time between making music, gaming, playing football, basketball and taking his dogs on adventures.
User forum
0 messages
Sort by:LatestOldestMost Votes
Comment*
Name*
Email*
Commenting as.Not you?
Save information for future comments
Comment
Δ
Alexandru Poloboc
Tech Journalist
With a desire to always get to the bottom of things and uncover the truth, Alex spent most of his time working as a news reporter.
