📁 How to Add a Shared Folder from SharePoint or OneDrive as a Tab in Microsoft Teams
This guide explains two methods for adding shared folders from SharePoint or OneDrive as tabs in Microsoft Teams channels, making access easier for team members.
✅ Option 1: Add a SharePoint Folder as a Tab
Use this method if your folder is stored in SharePoint.
- Steps:
- Open Microsoft Teams and navigate to the desired Team and Channel.
- Click the '+' (Add a tab) button at the top of the channel.
- Select 'Document Library' from the available tab options.
- Enter the SharePoint site URL where your folder is located.
- Choose the appropriate Document Library from the list.
- Navigate to the specific folder you want to display.
- Click Save—your folder will now appear as a tab in the channel.
🔐 Note: Access is controlled by existing SharePoint permissions.
✅ Option 2: Add a OneDrive or SharePoint Folder Using the Website Tab
Use this method for OneDrive folders or if you prefer linking directly to a folder.
- Steps:
- In your Team channel, click the '+' (Add a tab).
- Select 'Website'.
- Enter a name for the tab (e.g., “Shared Folder”).
- Paste the direct link to the folder from SharePoint or OneDrive.
- You can get this link by clicking 'Share' on the folder and copying it.
- Click Save—your folder will open in a web view within Teams.
🌐 Note: This method works for both OneDrive and SharePoint folders.
💡 Tips for Success
- Avoid uploading files directly to Teams if you're already using SharePoint or OneDrive for storage.
- Each Team in Microsoft Teams creates its own SharePoint site, which can lead to fragmented storage.
- You can also use 'Add cloud storage' under the Files tab, but this option is less visible than adding a tab.
- Ensure folder permissions are correctly set so all team members can access the content.