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Update Group

Update Microsoft 365 group properties via the Microsoft Teams API.

Updated Feb 19, 2026
Search Tags:#administration#update#properties#group#microsoft 365
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/naftiko/microsoft-teams-sandbox --skill update-group
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: Update Group
Source: https://github.com/naftiko/microsoft-teams-sandbox/tree/main/skills/update-group
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/naftiko/microsoft-teams-sandbox --skill update-group

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill allows for the efficient modification of existing Microsoft 365 group properties, streamlining administrative tasks and ensuring group information remains accurate and up-to-date.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Update Display Name: Change the name of a group.
  • Update Description: Modify the group's descriptive text.
  • Update Visibility: Switch a group between 'Private' and 'Public' settings.
  • Update Mail Nickname: Alter the group's email alias.
  • Use Case: An administrator needs to rename a project group from "Project Phoenix" to "Project Phoenix - Phase 2" and update its description to reflect the new phase.

Quick Start

Use the update group skill to change the display name of group 'a1b2c3d4-e5f6-7890-abcd-ef1234567890' to 'Updated Project Name'.

Frequently Asked Questions about Update Group

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I update Microsoft 365 group properties via the API?▼

To update Microsoft 365 group properties, provide a valid group ID and a JSON payload specifying the new display name, description, visibility, or mail nickname to the Microsoft Teams API.

What group properties can I modify for a Microsoft 365 group?▼

You can modify the display name, description, visibility (Private or Public), and mail nickname for a specified Microsoft 365 group using this update capability.

How do I change a Microsoft 365 group from private to public?▼

To change a Microsoft 365 group's visibility, send an update request containing the group ID and a JSON payload setting the visibility property to Public.

Do I need a group ID to rename a Microsoft 365 group?▼

Yes, updating a Microsoft 365 group requires a valid group ID along with a JSON payload containing the modified fields, such as the new display name.

Can I update the mail nickname for a Microsoft Teams group?▼

Yes, you can alter the mail nickname, which serves as the group's email alias, by including the desired value in the JSON payload sent to the API.

What is the best way to automate renaming Microsoft 365 groups?▼

Automating Microsoft 365 group renaming involves sending a JSON payload with the updated display name to the API endpoint using the specific group ID.

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