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What Controls the Viva Connections Feed Layout in Microsoft Teams?
Question details
Users need to understand why the Viva Connections Feed displays differently across users and how to standardize the layout.
- Product
- Microsoft Teams / Viva Connections
- Device & OS
- not provided
- Scenario
- Viewing the Viva Connections Feed interface within the Microsoft Teams application.
- Observed behavior
- The feed appears vertically for some users and horizontally for others, with no visible setting available for users to manually control or standardize the layout preference.
Ensure all affected users have updated their Microsoft Teams desktop or mobile app to the latest version, as legacy versions may interpret responsive layouts differently.
Standardize Client Variables and Window Sizes
Because the feed relies on responsive design rather than a static setting, adjusting your local Teams environment can alter the layout.
Microsoft has designed the Viva Connections Feed to be fully responsive. This means the layout is determined automatically by client version, window size, device type, and service-side rollouts, rather than a manual toggle.
Click on the three-dot menu (Settings and more) next to your profile picture in the top right corner of Microsoft Teams and select 'Check for updates' to ensure you are on the latest build.
Maximize your Microsoft Teams window or manually drag the edges to resize it. Observe if the Viva Connections feed dynamically shifts from a vertical to a horizontal layout as the available screen width increases.
Submit a Support Request in Microsoft 365 Admin Center
If standardizing the app version and window size does not resolve the inconsistency, the issue may be related to a service-side rollout that requires Microsoft's intervention.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I manually change the Viva Connections feed from vertical to horizontal?
No, there is currently no user-facing setting in Microsoft Teams to manually toggle the Viva Connections feed layout. It is automatically controlled by the app's responsive design based on your screen space and window size.
Why do some users see different Viva features even on the same Teams version?
Microsoft frequently utilizes targeted service-side rollouts. This means new features or layout adjustments may reach certain user accounts or tenants before others, causing temporary visual differences within the same organization.
Does my device type affect how the feed looks?
Yes. Microsoft Teams optimizes the layout for the device you are using. A mobile phone or small tablet will typically enforce a vertical feed layout to accommodate the narrower screen, whereas a large desktop monitor is more likely to display a horizontal layout.
