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The Teams phone call people list widget

Display a touch-screen directory or call button that places Microsoft Teams calls to selected staff or user groups.

Updated 19 Aug 2026
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The Teams phone call people list (Beta) widget lets visitors call staff members directly through Microsoft Teams from a touch screen. When a visitor taps a person’s name, the call rings in that colleague’s Microsoft Teams app.

The Teams call people list on the main stage.

The Teams call people list on the main stage.

Supported regions: Main stage · Side widgets · Info cards · Action buttons

Widget settings

SettingDescriptionWhen to use
DesignButton shows a single button that opens the contact picker in a dialog; Direct list displays the contacts directly on the screenUse Direct list on dedicated reception intercom screens, or Button to save space on multi-widget layouts
Who can be calledSelects All users or By user groupRestrict a reception screen to receptionists or front-desk staff groups rather than listing all employees
User groupSelects which user groups appear when By user group is chosen—
Maximum people shownLimits the number of contacts displayed in the list (default is 10)Adjust to fit smaller info cards or larger directory screens
Confirm styleSets the confirmation gesture before dialing: Tap to call or Slide to callUse Slide to call in high-traffic areas to prevent accidental calls

When placed in an Action buttons slot, the widget always renders as a button that opens the contact list in a dialog. Because calling requires touch interaction, this widget is automatically hidden on non-touch displays (see Widgets and the places they go).

Scope and limitations

  • User accounts and groups: Staff profiles and user groups are managed in your user directory. This widget only filters which users appear on the screen.
  • Answering calls: The widget initiates the call from the signage screen; staff answer the call in Microsoft Teams on their computer or mobile device.
  • Visual styling: Font size, color theme, and widget background are controlled by the signage design. For details, see Widgets and the places they go.