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Microsoft Lists Android App Comments Feature Availability and Workarounds
Question details
The user wants to use the Comments feature for collaboration within the Microsoft Lists mobile application.
- Product
- Microsoft Lists
- Device & OS
- Android
- Scenario
- Collaborating on list items and communicating with team members while working remotely from a mobile device.
- Observed behavior
- The Microsoft Lists Android application currently lacks the Comments feature, and there is no published timeline for its implementation.
Ensure your Microsoft Lists application is updated to the latest version available on the Google Play Store, as new functionalities are frequently rolled out through app updates.
Submit Feature Feedback to the Microsoft Lists Community
Since the comments feature is currently unavailable on Android, officially requesting it through the Microsoft Feedback Portal helps prioritize its development.
Microsoft actively monitors user feedback to plan their application development roadmap. Submitting your request directly to the Microsoft Lists feedback portal is the most effective way to encourage the release of the Comments feature on mobile devices.
Open a web browser and navigate to the official Microsoft Lists feedback community portal at feedbackportal.microsoft.com.
Log in using the Microsoft account associated with your organization or personal Microsoft 365 subscription.
Search for existing threads regarding 'Android app comments' and upvote them, or click 'Send Feedback' to create a new post detailing how the missing feature impacts your mobile collaboration.
Access Microsoft Lists via Mobile Web Browser
As a temporary workaround, use your mobile web browser to access the desktop web version of Microsoft Lists, which fully supports the comments feature.
Enhance Mobile Collaboration with WPS Office
If missing mobile features are slowing down your workflow, WPS Office offers a powerful, lightweight alternative. It provides comprehensive mobile collaboration tools, including document commenting and reviewing, seamlessly replacing many Microsoft Office functionalities for free.
- 1. Download and Install: Get WPS Office for free from the Google Play Store or Apple App Store.
- 2. Open Your Files: Import your existing Microsoft Office documents directly into the WPS app without losing any formatting.
- 3. Collaborate on Mobile: Use the built-in Review tab to add comments, track changes, and securely share documents with your team.
Frequently Asked Questions
Will I lose existing comments if I view a list on the Android app?
No, your existing comments are safely stored in your Microsoft 365 environment. They simply will not be visible or editable while viewing the list through the current version of the Android mobile app.
How can my team collaborate on lists without the mobile comments feature?
Teams can use alternative communication channels like Microsoft Teams, where lists can be embedded as tabs, allowing you to use the Teams chat feature for contextual discussions regarding list items.
Is the comments feature available on the Microsoft Lists iOS app?
Mobile feature parity can vary between platforms. It is recommended to check the latest release notes for the iOS application, though using web access remains the most reliable method for managing comments on any mobile device.
