Introduction
Get ready for the grand finale, folks! Microsoft Teams' Wiki feature is packing its virtual bags and taking a bow this month (January 2024). It's like the retirement party we've known was coming, but no one really believes it until the cake is cut, and the Wikis make their exit.
The tech grapevine has been singing about this departure for ages. Microsoft, the trendsetter it is, dropped the news bomb over a year ago and kept pushing out the final retirement date. Yet, in the magical land of tech, where things can vanish like your keys in the sofa cushions, there are still Microsoft Teams users scratching their heads, wondering, "Where did my 'tab' go?"
Table of contents
1. What are Microsoft Wikis?
Microsoft Wikis are collaborative platforms where users can create, edit, and share content in a wiki format. One example is Microsoft Docs, a platform hosting technical documentation for various Microsoft products. Users can contribute to and improve the documentation in a wiki-style fashion.
2. Why are Wikis being retired?
You may be asking why is Microsoft retiring their Wikis and replacing them with OneNote?
Perhaps because they were going through a midlife crisis and decided to trade in their outdated encyclopaedia for a sleeker, more organised notebook! 😉 Now, instead of searching through the pages of their old Wikis, Microsoft is jotting down all their tech secrets in a stylish new digital diary. It seems like even software giants need a fresh start sometimes!
3. Teams Wikis: The Final Showdown
Picture this: You can still access and export your beloved Wikis, but the dream of creating new ones in Teams channels is fading away faster than last year's memes. Fear not, though! Microsoft has a plan, and it involves a superhero stepping up to the plate – enter OneNote!
4. OneNote: The Hero We Didn't Know We Needed
OneNote, the caped crusader of note-taking, is here to save the day. This shift brings a multitude of perks, like collaboration that feels like a digital group hug, a OneNote notebook where all your channel notes cozy up, and editing features that make you feel like a tech Picasso. Plus, you can search and recall your notes from anywhere. It's like magic but with more pixels.
Just a tiny heads up: Only notebooks stored on SharePoint or OneDrive for Business get the golden ticket to Teams, so make sure your notes have their passport stamped correctly.
5. Prepping for the Wiki Farewell: The Not-So-Serious Checklist
Before saying goodbye to Wiki Pages, here are some whimsical steps to take:
1. Peace Out Video Click here> (https://youtu.be/y7BtR9NlMyE)
A deep dive into the world beyond Wikis. Spoiler alert: It involves more OneNote and less Wikis 😉
2. Revised Timelines Video Click here> (https://youtu.be/seXrZ5awhGs)
Because in the tech world, timelines have their own sense of humour.
3. Download Wiki from SharePoint Video Click here> (https://youtu.be/9BKk2zh1y84)
The backup plan. Because even in tech, a little drama adds flair.
6. Tech Life Hack Alert!
If you've embraced the New Teams, and suddenly your Wiki pages have pulled a Houdini, fear not! Rolling back to the Teams classic version is the magic trick you need. This not only brings your Wikis back into view but also lets you export them to OneNote like a tech wizard. Abracadabra! 🎩✨
As we countdown to the Wiki Page retirement, grab your party hats and follow the steps to make sure you're not caught off guard. Microsoft's toolkit is your GPS in this adventure – guiding you through the wild terrains of transition. Don't miss the chance to ride the wave of enhanced collaboration with OneNote. After all, who needs Wikis when you have the superhero of note-taking by your side? Onward to a future of pixelated possibilities! 🚀✨
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