Microsoft Teams is one of the most popular collaboration platforms used for online meetings, video calls, chatting, file sharing, and teamwork. Whether you attend online classes, work remotely, or collaborate with a team, Microsoft Teams works well on a Chromebook.
The good thing is that installing Microsoft Teams on ChromeOS is quite simple. You can either use the web version directly from your browser or install the Microsoft Teams Progressive from the App Mall for a more app-like experience. In this guide, we’ll show you the easiest ways to download and install Microsoft Teams on a Chromebook.
How to Download and Install Microsoft Teams for Chromebook
Before you begin, ensure your Chromebook is connected to a stable internet connection and updated to the latest version of ChromeOS. You will also need a Microsoft account, school account, or work account to sign in and access Microsoft Teams on your Chromebook.
1. Install Microsoft Teams Using the Web App
Microsoft officially recommends using the web-based Teams experience on Chromebooks. It works smoothly and offers almost all major features. To install it, follow these steps:
1. Open the Chrome browser on your Chromebook.
2. In the address bar, go to the official Microsoft Teams website and sign in to your Microsoft Teams account.
3. Once Microsoft Teams loads, look for the install icon in the top-right corner of the Chrome address bar.
4. Click the install icon and select Install when prompted.
Chrome will now install Microsoft Teams as a Progressive Web App on your Chromebook. After installation, Teams will open in its own dedicated window, just like a regular desktop application. You can also find it in the Chromebook launcher and pin it to the shelf for quicker access.
2. Install Microsoft Teams Using Play Store
If your Chromebook supports Android apps, you can also install the Android version of Microsoft Teams through the Google Play Store. Before getting started, make sure the Google Play Store is enabled on your device. Once enabled, you can use it to install supported Android applications on your Chromebook. Here’s how:
1. Launch the Play Store from your Chromebook launcher.
2. Use the search bar to search for Microsoft Teams, then open the official Teams app published by Microsoft.
3. Click the Install button and wait for the download and installation process to complete.
4. Once installed, open Microsoft Teams, sign in with your Microsoft account, and start joining meetings, chatting, or collaborating with others.
The Android app works well for many users, especially on touchscreen Chromebooks.
3. Install Microsoft Teams Using App Mall
Some Chromebooks include App Mall. It is a Chromebook app recommendation platforms that help users quickly discover and install popular applications. Here’s how you can install Microsoft Teams using App Mall:
1. Launch the App Mall application from your Chromebook, if it is available on your device.
2. Use the search function to look for Microsoft Teams, then open the Teams listing from the search results.
3. Click the install option provided by App Mall. Depending on your preferred version, App Mall may redirect you to either:
- The Microsoft Teams web app installation page, or
- The Google Play Store version installation page.
4. After installation, open Microsoft Teams from the Chromebook launcher and sign in to your account.
This method can be convenient for users who prefer using Chromebook-specific app discovery platforms instead of manually searching through the web or Play Store.
How to Enable Camera and Microphone Permissions
Once Microsoft Teams is installed, make sure to enable camera and microphone permissions in order to use all of its features properly. Microsoft Teams requires access to your camera and microphone for meetings, voice calls, and video conferencing. Here’s how you can enable them when required:
1. Launch Microsoft Teams on your Chromebook.
2. When Chrome asks for camera and microphone access, click Allow.
3. If the permissions were blocked accidentally, click the three-dot icon in Chrome and select Settings.
4. Open the Devices section and choose your preferred audio and video devices from the drop-down menus.
5. You can also click the three-dot icon and select App Info.
6. From there, you can manually enable or disable camera and microphone access for Microsoft Teams.
Conclusion
For most users, the Microsoft Teams web app provides the best experience on a Chromebook, offering support for meetings, chats, file sharing, and collaboration features.
If you use Teams regularly for work or school, installing the web app and pinning it to the Chromebook shelf can make accessing it much quicker and more convenient. It is also a good idea to keep ChromeOS and the Chrome browser updated to ensure smoother performance, better compatibility, and improved stability during meetings and daily use.
