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Regression in Microsoft Edge update breaks right-click paste functionality in Microsoft Teams desktop client

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A recent Microsoft Edge browser update introduced a regression that disables the right-click paste option in chats within the Microsoft Teams desktop client. Users report the "Paste" option as greyed out when attempting to paste URLs, text, or images via context menu. The issue impacts both individual and corporate users across Windows and macOS environments. Microsoft has identified the root cause and is deploying a staged fix while monitoring recovery via telemetry. Workarounds include using keyboard shortcuts (Ctrl+C/Ctrl+V or Cmd+C/Cmd+V) to bypass the affected functionality.

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  1. 18.04.2026 17:11 1 articles · 2h ago

    Regression in Microsoft Edge update disables right-click paste in Microsoft Teams

    A code regression introduced by a recent Microsoft Edge update breaks right-click paste functionality in the Microsoft Teams desktop client chats. The "Paste" option in the context menu is greyed out for URLs, text, and images. Microsoft has identified the cause and is rolling out a staged fix while monitoring recovery via telemetry. A temporary workaround using keyboard shortcuts (Ctrl+C/Ctrl+V or Cmd+C/Cmd+V) is available.

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  • The bug affects the right-click paste functionality in Microsoft Teams desktop client chats, making the "Paste" option unavailable in the context menu.

    First reported: 18.04.2026 17:11
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  • The issue stems from a regression introduced by a recent Microsoft Edge update that impacts Teams' reliance on Edge for certain features.

    First reported: 18.04.2026 17:11
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  • Affected users include both individual and corporate users across Windows and macOS platforms.

    First reported: 18.04.2026 17:11
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  • Microsoft recommends using keyboard shortcuts (Ctrl+C/Ctrl+V or Cmd+C/Cmd+V) as a temporary workaround to bypass the broken right-click paste functionality.

    First reported: 18.04.2026 17:11
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  • Reinstalling Teams or clearing the cache does not resolve the issue, according to user reports.

    First reported: 18.04.2026 17:11
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  • Microsoft has identified the cause and is rolling out a fix in stages, with recovery monitored via telemetry.

    First reported: 18.04.2026 17:11
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  • As of April 16, 2026, Microsoft has not provided an exact timeline for the full rollout of the fix.

    First reported: 18.04.2026 17:11
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