This Tiny Tweak to Teams Will Make Meetings Smoother
Have you ever been in a Microsoft Teams meeting and had to grit your teeth every time someone said, “Next slide, please”? We’ve all been there.
If your business hosts regular online meetings or webinars across Huddersfield, Leeds, Manchester, Wakefield, Halifax, or Yorkshire, then you already know the pain of awkward slide handovers and clunky transitions between presenters.
But there’s good news on the horizon—and it’s a game-changer, especially for businesses that rely on Microsoft 365.
What’s New in Microsoft Teams?
Microsoft is rolling out a simple yet powerful update to Teams that lets multiple people control PowerPoint slides during a meeting. That’s right—no more having to interrupt with “next slide,” or worse, trying to take over the screen share mid-presentation.
Until now, only the main presenter could control slide progression. But now, hosts can assign slide control to multiple presenters, making for smoother, more natural meeting flows—especially when different team members present various parts of the deck.
This update is already rolling out to the Windows desktop version of Teams, with options to assign co-presenters in the meeting setup screen.
Why This Matters for Your Business
Whether you’re a small consultancy in Halifax or a growing enterprise in Manchester, your online meetings are a reflection of your professionalism. Disjointed presentations and awkward transitions can damage that impression.
With this new feature, your team can:
Deliver more professional and seamless presentations
Avoid unnecessary interruptions during webinars or client meetings
Improve internal training sessions and team briefings
Enhance collaboration between departments, especially in hybrid setups
What Else Is New in Teams?
This slide control update is part of a broader push by Microsoft to make Teams more flexible. Other recent improvements include:
In-call real-time text messaging, for when you want to type without interrupting the speaker
Enhanced meeting layouts and accessibility features
Better integration with Outlook and SharePoint
Whether your team is remote, hybrid, or office-based, these changes make it easier than ever to stay connected, productive, and professional.
Key Takeaways
Microsoft Teams now allows multiple people to control slides during meetings
The feature eliminates the “next slide, please” issue entirely
Available on the Windows desktop app, rolling out now
It’s ideal for co-presenting in webinars, internal meetings, and client demos
Netpoint Solutions can help businesses across Yorkshire get the most from Microsoft 365
FAQs
1. How do I enable multiple slide controllers in Teams?
Meeting hosts can assign co-presenters during setup. These users can then control the shared slides without requesting access mid-meeting.
2. Is this feature available for Mac or mobile users?
The feature is currently rolling out on the Windows desktop version of Teams. Mac and mobile support will likely follow in future updates.
3. Can I still restrict who controls the slides?
Yes. The host has full control over who is granted slide access, preventing accidental changes during the presentation.
4. Will this affect how I share PowerPoint presentations in Teams?
Only slightly. You’ll now have the option to choose who can control the slides—everything else works the same as before.
5. What other tools can improve collaboration in Microsoft 365?
Tools like OneNote, SharePoint, and Planner are great for project tracking, documentation, and collaboration. Netpoint Solutions can help you integrate them seamlessly.
Let Netpoint Solutions Help You Level Up Your Tech
At Netpoint Solutions, we help businesses across Huddersfield, Leeds, Manchester, Wakefield, Halifax, and Yorkshire make the most of their tech stack.
Whether you need help setting up Microsoft Teams, training your team, or optimizing Microsoft 365 for collaboration and productivity, our experts are here to support you.
Book a free discovery call today to explore how we can help your team work smarter and communicate better.
