MS-700 Manage Teams, Channels, Chats, and Apps Practice Question
Which TWO of the following settings can be configured via a Messaging policy in Microsoft Teams? (Choose two.)
⚠ Common exam trap
MS-700 often tests the boundaries of each policy type. Candidates may think messaging policies control private channels or app access, but those are governed by Teams policies and App Permission Policies respectively.
Answer choices
Why each option matters
Answer the question above first, then reveal the full breakdown to understand why each option is right or wrong.
Correct answer & explanation
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Allow users to delete sent messages
A Messaging policy in Microsoft Teams controls chat and channel messaging features, and it includes the 'Allow users to delete sent messages' setting (Option A), which lets an admin enable or disable the ability for users to delete messages they have sent. It also includes the 'Allow Giphy in conversations' setting (Option C), which controls whether Giphy content (and its content rating) is permitted in chats and channels. Option B (creating private channels) is governed by Teams policies and channel creation settings, not Messaging policies. Option D (restricting third-party apps) is controlled via app permission policies and app setup policies. Option E (meeting lobby settings) is configured through meeting policies, not Messaging policies.
Answer analysis
Option-by-option breakdown
For each option: why learners choose it and why it is or isn't the right answer here.
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Allow users to delete sent messages
Why this is correct
The ability to delete sent messages is a configurable setting within the messaging policy. This is often restricted in highly regulated industries to ensure that all communication is preserved for eDiscovery purposes, demonstrating the importance of granular control over user communication habits within the environment.
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Allow users to create private channels
Why it's wrong here
Private channel creation is governed by Teams policies, not messaging policies. Messaging policies focus on the content and delivery of communication rather than the structural creation of team workspaces. Confusing these two policy types can lead to incorrect configuration of organizational governance requirements.
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Allow Giphy in conversations
Why this is correct
The use of Giphy and the content rating level associated with it are controlled directly through the messaging policy. This allows administrators to balance the fun, collaborative nature of Teams with organizational standards, ensuring that content remains appropriate for the workplace environment at all times.
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Restrict access to third-party apps
Why it's wrong here
Application access is strictly managed through App permission policies. Messaging policies do not have any controls over whether third-party applications are enabled or disabled for users. Administrators must use the correct policy pane to effectively manage the application landscape for their users.
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Configure meeting lobby settings
Why it's wrong here
Meeting lobby settings are defined within Meeting policies. These policies control how participants enter and wait for meetings, which is distinct from the messaging features that occur within persistent chat threads. Mixing these settings up will result in failed management of the virtual meeting experience.
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