First things to know about apps in Microsoft Teams
Apps let you do more in Teams. Think about the tools, files, and dashboards your organization already uses. Many of them can be added right into Teams. You can find new ones by going to Apps

Here are the first things to know about apps:
1. You can use apps in tabs in chats, channels, and meetings
When you work with different people, you want different information and tools on hand. You can add relevant files and apps to tabs at the any chat or channel. You can also add apps to meetings to help you collaborate better with attendees.
For example, your team might meet every morning to look at a list of tasks. You might also create new tasks throughout the day based on information you get in chat. Or, you might want to co-create PowerPoint deck with others in a channel. Apps can help you stay organized and get all kinds of work done without leaving Teams.
To get started, select Add a tab
2. Messages can be more than just text, thanks to apps
Some apps let you insert content from the app directly into Teams messages.
To use one, select Actions and apps
3. Some apps answer questions and follow commands
A well-known benefit of Teams is collaborating with colleagues—a lesser-known perk is working with bots.
You can interact with bots by @mentioning them in chats, channels, or search. For example, you can chat with Survey Monkey to create a new poll right from within a message. Or @mention Wikipedia in the search box to find and share articles.
Bots may not give you the same warm, fuzzy feelings as your colleagues, but they can save you time by handling certain tasks.
4. Some apps offer a personal view
Any app with a personal view will appear on the left side of Teams. From here you can get a bird's eye look at your tasks or just have a place to do your own thing.
From View more apps
Each app will have one or more of the features explained in this article. Scan its description to see what it can do, read reviews, and find out where to use it in Teams.
Note: Are you a developer? You can create custom apps for your org or for the public to use in Teams. Learn more by visiting the Microsoft Teams Developer Platform.
From your desktop or web version of Teams, there are a bunch of ways to add your favorite apps. Once you do, you'll be able to receive notifications in channels, chat with bots, and use apps in tabs within conversations—all from the Teams mobile app.