How to Uninstall and Reinstall Microsoft Teams on Mac

Are you experiencing issues with Microsoft Teams not opening or functioning normally on your Mac? One possible solution is to uninstall and reinstall the app. In this article, we'll walk you through the steps on how to do so.

Step 1: Open Finder on Mac and Go to Applications

To start, open the Finder on your Mac and click on the 'Applications' menu. This will display a list of all installed applications on your computer.

Step 2: Find Microsoft Teams in the List and Select It

Scroll through the list until you find Microsoft Teams and select it. Right-click on the app icon and select 'Move to Trash.'

Step 3: Paste the Following Path into Spotlight Search

Press Command + Space to open Spotlight Search, type 'Keychain Access' and hit Return to launch the app. Select the 'Teams' folder and move it to trash.

Step 4: Delete Microsoft Teams Identity Cache Entry

Search for 'Microsoft' at the top and select 'Microsoft Teams Identity Cache' entry. Right-click on it and delete the entry.

Step 5: Restart Your Mac

Click on the Apple icon in the top-left corner of the menu bar and select 'Restart.'

Step 6: Reinstall Microsoft Teams

Once your Mac has restarted, you can reinstall Microsoft Teams by visiting the Microsoft website and downloading the app again.

Additional Tip: Force Quit Microsoft Teams

If the above steps don't work, try force quitting Microsoft Teams using the trick above. This may resolve any issues causing the app to malfunction.

By following these steps, you should be able to successfully uninstall and reinstall Microsoft Teams on your Mac. If you're still experiencing issues after attempting this process, it's recommended to contact the Microsoft support team for further assistance.

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