Microsoft Teams: Usability and privacy improvements for live captions and live transcript in meetings

Originally posted by Microsoft Jun 6, 2025 Uncategorized 0 Comments

Introducing enhancements to live captions and live transcripts in Microsoft Teams to make meetings more intuitive, accessible, and privacy-focused. Live captions are now scrollable, allowing users to review past conversation with more flexibility and over a larger surface area. Next, copying captions is disabled by default to protect sensitive information and support compliance. Additionally, the live transcript panel won’t open automatically with features that trigger transcription—like recording, giving users greater control over their layout. Lastly, If transcription isn’t enabled, users who attempt to open the live transcript panel will see a banner suggesting they switch to live captions for real-time comprehension. These updates streamline the experience while supporting accessibility and privacy.

Product Microsoft Teams
Release phase General Availability
Release date July CY2025
Preview date: July CY2025
Platform Mac
Cloud Instance Worldwide (Standard Multi-Tenant), GCC, GCC High, DoD
Created 2025-06-05
Roadmap ID 495454
Roadmap Link https://www.microsoft.com/microsoft-365/roadmap?id=495454

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Joao Ferreira

I've been working with Microsoft Technologies over the last ten years, mainly focused on creating collaboration and productivity solutions that drive the adoption of Microsoft Modern Workplace.

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