Microsoft 365 Message Center item MC1462473
MC1462473 - Microsoft Teams: PowerPoint Live introduces light mode for presenters
PowerPoint Live in Microsoft Teams will add a light mode option alongside dark, classic, and high contrast modes for presenters starting September 2026. This update enhances flexibility, accessibility, and personalization without affecting presentation content or attendee views. No admin action is needed.
- Message Center ID
- MC1462473
- Category
- stay Informed
- Severity
- normal
- Services
- Microsoft Teams
- Tags
- Feature update, User impact, Admin impact
- Roadmap ID
- 567469
- Platforms
- Desktop, Mac, Web
- Published
- 2026-08-26
- Last updated
- 2026-08-26
- Expires
- 2026-10-04
[What and why]We're improving the PowerPoint Live presenting experience in Microsoft Teams by introducing a new light mode option. With this update, presenters can choose from light, dark, classic, or high contrast modes while presenting. This enhancement provides greater flexibility, accessibility, and personalization, allowing presenters to use the display mode that best matches their preferences and working environment.This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 567469.[Rollout schedule]Targeted release: Beginning in early September 2026 and expected to complete by early September 2026General Availability (Worldwide, GCC, GCC High, DoD): Beginning in early September 2026 and expected to complete by late-September 2026[Impact on your organization]Who is affectedUsers who present PowerPoint content using PowerPoint Live in Microsoft Teams.Platforms and servicesMicrosoft TeamsPowerPoint LiveWhat will happenPresenters will be able to select from the following display modes when using PowerPoint Live:Light modeDark modeClassic modeHigh contrast modeUsers can choose the mode that best aligns with their preferences and accessibility needs.This change enhances the presenting experience and does not alter presentation content or attendee viewing experiences.[Action required and recommendations]No admin action is required.Consider informing users who regularly present in Teams meetings about the new display mode options.[Compliance considerations]No compliance considerations identified. Review as appropriate for your organization.