MS Teams - Hide or Show a Channel

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Issue/Question

How do I hide a channel in MS Teams?
How do I show a hidden channel in MS Teams?

Environment

Oregon State University
MS Teams

Explanation

When a channel is created in MS Teams, it can be set to be automatically shown in team members' channel lists or not. In addition, members can choose to hide or show a channel. Hiding channels allows you to clean up the channel list to focus on the topics you are most interested in.

For more information about showing or hiding teams or channels (including steps for iOS and Android), see: https://support.office.com/en-us/article/show-or-hide-teams-and-channels-9d999159-4fc3-4f6a-acf0-02d786484734

Resolution

Hide a Channel in Teams

Select your team
In the channel list, right-click on a channel and select Hide
The channel is now moved to the bottom of the list under "Hidden Channels"

Show a Hidden Channel in Teams

Select your team
In the channel list, select the option that says "hidden channels". Mouse over the hidden channel you want to show and select "Show" to keep the channel in your list
If you click on a hidden channel but don't select "Show" it will be in your channel list for a little while but will disappear again when you click somewhere else. Channels in this state will show in italic font. To keep the channel in your list, mouse over the ellipsis to the right and select "Show".