Microsoft Copilot Updates & Release Notes

Microsoft 365 Copilot Chat

• Implicit Grounding in Outlook Microsoft 365 Copilot Chat [Windows, Web]

Users will be able to add emails and text from email threads directly into their prompt context in Microsoft 365 Copilot Chat through simple interactions in Outlook.

Details:

What changed: Developers can now configure icons, visibility settings, connection metadata, property descriptions, and semantic labels for custom connectors. Previously, these elements were limited or unavailable, which reduced clarity and consistency across Copilot experiences.

Why: This change helps users work more efficiently by reducing the steps needed to reference email content in Copilot Chat. It supports smoother workflows and helps users get more accurate, context aware responses.

Try this:

• Select an email in Outlook and add it to your Copilot Chat prompt.
• Highlight a section of text in an email and insert it into your Copilot Chat conversation.
• Use Copilot Chat to summarize or analyze the added email content.

Why this matters:

Business impact: Improves workflow efficiency by reducing manual steps and enabling more seamless use of email content in Copilot Chat.

Personal impact: Helps users get faster, more relevant answers by grounding Copilot Chat with the right email context.

• Open PDFs within Microsoft 365 Copilot Chat [Windows, Mac, Web]

You can now open PDFs directly inside Microsoft 365 Copilot Chat to improve your viewing and analysis experience.

Details:

What changed: When you click a PDF while using Microsoft 365 Copilot Chat, the file now opens directly within the Copilot experience. Previously, PDFs opened in a separate viewer or browser tab. This update keeps your workflow in one place and makes it easier to ask Microsoft 365 Copilot Chat questions about the document.

Why: Users wanted a smoother way to view and reference PDFs while working with Copilot, reducing context switching and improving productivity.

Try this:

• Click a PDF link or attachment while using Microsoft 365 Copilot Chat.
• Ask Copilot to summarize the document or highlight key points.
• Use Microsoft 365 Copilot Chat to extract action items or compare sections of the PDF.

Why this matters:

Business impact: Reduces workflow interruptions and improves document review efficiency.

Personal impact: Makes it easier to read and analyze PDFs without switching apps.

• OpenAI’s GPT‑5.5 Instant available in Copilot Chat [Android, Windows, iOS, Mac, Web]

OpenAI’s GPT‑5.5 Instant improves everyday work in Copilot Chat by delivering more accurate, concise responses with better performance on image analysis and STEM‑related tasks.

Details:

What changed: GPT-5.5 Instant in Copilot Chat helps provide improved quality of answers for quick responses.

Try this:

• Summarize a long email thread using GPT‑5.5 Instant.
• Use GPT‑5.5 Instant to check formulas or explain a STEM concept.

Why this matters:

Business impact: Improves response quality and reliability across daily workflows.

Personal impact: Helps users get clearer, more accurate answers with less effort

• OpenAI’s GPT 5.5 Thinking available in Copilot Chat [Android, Windows, iOS, Mac, Web]

GPT 5.5 Thinking expands what Copilot Chat can do by enabling deeper reasoning and more complex problem solving.

Details:

What changed: Copilot Chat now includes GPT 5.5 Thinking, a model designed for multistep reasoning, structured analysis, and more thoughtful responses.

Why: Users need AI that can handle complex tasks such as planning, troubleshooting, and evaluating multiple options.

Try this:

• Ask Copilot to break down a complex project into actionable steps.
• Use GPT 5.5 Thinking to compare multiple strategies or solutions.
• Request a detailed explanation of a technical or business process.

Why this matters:

Business impact: Supports more advanced decision making and planning.

Personal impact: Helps users think through complex tasks with greater clarity.

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Updates released between April 21, 2026, May 5, 2026

Microsoft 365 Copilot extensibility

• Contextual nudges in Edge offer quick page summaries in Copilot Chat [Web]

Use Microsoft Edge for Business adds contextual nudges that make it easier to ask Microsoft 365 Copilot Chat to summarize your open webpage.

Roadmap ID: 515167

Details:

What changed: Edge for Business introduces contextual nudges attached to the Copilot entry point that prompt users to take actions-such as summarizing an open page-through Microsoft 365 Copilot Chat.

Why: This change helps users discover page summarization faster and save time when scanning long webpages.

Try this:

• Open a webpage in Microsoft Edge.
• Use Copilot Chat in Edge and ask "Summarize this page."
• Ask a follow-up question about the page content to get more targeted details.

Why this matters:

Business impact: Helps teams consume and share web information faster, improving research and decision-making workflows.

Personal impact: Saves time by surfacing a quick summary when you need it.

Additional Resources:

Learn:

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Viva Glint

• AI-generated survey insights with Copilot Highlights [Web]

Copilot in Viva Glint now generates AI-powered summaries of employee survey results directly within Team Summary and Executive Summary reports, helping leaders quickly understand strengths, opportunities, and trends across their teams. Copilot Highlights surfaces key insights-such as notable score changes, benchmark comparisons, and response rate confidence-so leaders can move from data to action faster. With general availability, Copilot Highlights expands to support multilingual summaries, enabling global organizations to deliver AI-generated survey insights in their preferred language.

Roadmap ID: 558111

Details:

What changed: Copilot in Viva Glint now automatically generates AI-powered summaries within Team Summary and Executive Summary reports. These summaries highlight key insights like score changes, benchmark comparisons, and response rate confidence. The feature now supports multilingual summaries, allowing organizations to view insights in their preferred language.

Why: This change helps leaders quickly interpret survey data and identify actionable trends without manual analysis. Multilingual support ensures accessibility for global teams.

Try this:

• Open a Team Summary or Executive Summary report in Viva Glint.
• Review the Copilot Highlights section to see AI-generated insights.
• Switch the summary language to match your organization's preferred language.
• Use the insights to identify areas for improvement or celebrate team strengths.

Why this matters:

Business impact: Enables faster, data-driven decision-making and improves accessibility for global organizations.

Personal impact: Helps leaders quickly understand team sentiment and take informed action.

Additional Resources:

Learn:

Copilot Highlights in Viva Glint

Viva Insights

• Expanded published report recipients [Web]

Expanded published report recipients Analysts can now publish Viva Insights Power BI reports to anyone in their organization, expanding access beyond users with Copilot Dashboard permissions.

Roadmap ID: 558257

What changed: Previously, analysts could publish Viva Insights Power BI reports only to people who had access to the Copilot Dashboard. With this update, analysts can publish these reports to anyone in their organization. This broadens visibility and removes the dependency on global Copilot Dashboard access to receive reports.

Why: Organizations asked for more flexibility in sharing insights across teams. Expanding publishing permissions helps analysts distribute insights more widely, supporting better decision making.

Try this:

• Publish a Viva Insights Power BI report and enter the name of any user in your organization.
• Review your existing reports and update sharing settings to reach more stakeholders.

Why this matters:

Business impact: Expands access to insights across the organization, enabling broader collaboration and more informed decisions.

Personal impact: Makes it easier for individuals to receive and use insights without requiring Copilot Dashboard access.

Additional Resources:

Learn:

Publish reports

• Copilot configuration insights in the Copilot Dashboard Readiness page [Web]

The updated Readiness page in the Copilot Dashboard offers personalized configuration insights to help organizations prepare for successful Copilot adoption.

Roadmap ID: 551196

Details:

What changed The Readiness page now includes tailored recommendations for Copilot configuration settings. Previously, IT leaders had to manually review and interpret multiple configuration areas. The new experience centralizes guidance to streamline deployment and improve readiness.

Why: Organizations requested clearer, more actionable guidance to help them configure Microsoft 365 Copilot, Copilot Chat, and agents effectively. These insights help IT teams accelerate adoption and improve user outcomes.

Try this:

• Review the updated Readiness page to see recommended configuration changes.
• Share the recommendations with your deployment or governance team.

Why this matters:

Business impact: Helps organizations deploy Copilot more efficiently with clearer guidance and improved governance readiness.

Personal impact: Makes it easier for IT professionals to understand what actions to take and why they matter.

Additional Resources:

Learn:

Readiness

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Updates released between April 7, 2026, April 21, 2026

Microsoft 365 Copilot admin center

• Copilot setting for video generation

A new setting in the Microsoft 365 admin center allows admins to control access to AI video generation features in Microsoft 365 Copilot and supported apps.

Details:

What changed: Admins can now use a dedicated setting in the Microsoft 365 admin center to control whether users can access AI video generation features available in Microsoft 365 Copilot and Microsoft 365 apps.

Why: Organizations need clearer administrative controls to manage who can create AI-generated videos and align usage with internal policies.

Try this:

• Review the new Copilot video generation setting in the Microsoft 365 admin center.
• Decide whether video generation should be allowed for your organization.
• Communicate policy changes to users if access is modified.
• Update internal guidance or documentation if needed.

Why this matters:

Business impact: Provides centralized control over AI video generation to support governance and compliance needs.

Personal impact: Clarifies when and where users can access video generation features.

Microsoft 365 Copilot app

• Employee Self-Service agent: New rich landing page

This update introduces an optional, customizable landing page for the Employee Self-Service agent that lets organizations highlight key HR and IT resources and align the experience with their branding.

Details:

What changed: Organizations can now optionally customize the Employee Self-Service agent landing page with branding and commonly used resources. If no customization is applied, there is no change to the existing experience, and the agent continues to use Copilot's default appearance and starter prompts.

Why: Organizations want more control over how employees first interact with the Employee Self-Service agent while keeping the default experience unchanged when customization is not needed.

Try this:

• Review the new landing page customization options for the Employee Self-Service agent.
• Decide whether to align the landing page with your organization's branding.
• Highlight commonly used HR or IT resources on the landing page.
• Keep the default experience if customization is not required.

Why this matters:

Business impact: Helps organizations surface key resources while maintaining a consistent employee support experience.

Personal impact: Makes it easier for employees to find relevant help and information in one place.

Microsoft 365 Copilot chat

• Rich Bing web answer cards in Copilot Chat [Windows, Web]

Microsoft 365 Copilot now displays rich, interactive Bing web answer cards-such as Weather and Stocks-directly in chat responses to help users quickly access relevant, real-time information.

Details:

What changed: Copilot Chat will now show Bing's rich and interactive answer cards-such as Weather, Stocks, and other structured information-when users ask related questions. Previously, Copilot provided only text-based responses without these enhanced visual cards.

Why: This change helps users get clearer, more actionable information at a glance, reducing the need to leave Copilot Chat to check external sources.

Try this:

• Ask Copilot for the current weather in your city.
• Request stock information for a company your team follows.
• Check sunrise and sunset times by asking Copilot directly.

Why this matters:

Business impact: Provides faster access to real-time data, improving decision-making and reducing context switching.

Personal impact: Helps individuals quickly get the information they need without opening additional tabs or apps.

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Updates released between March 24, 2026, April 7, 2026

Microsoft 365 Copilot chat

• Microsoft 365 Copilot Chat available in Teams chats, channels, and meetings [Windows, Mac, Web]

Microsoft 365 Copilot Chat integration is expanding to Teams chats, channels, and meetings, with mobile support coming soon.

Details:

What changed: Microsoft 365 Copilot Chat is now accessible across Teams chats, channels, calling, and meetings. This expands availability beyond its previous limited scope.

Why: The goal is to make Microsoft 365 Copilot Chat available wherever users collaborate, improving consistency and access.

Try this:

• Open a Teams chat or channel and launch Copilot.
• Use Microsoft 365 Copilot Chat to ask questions or generate insights.
• Try Microsoft 365 Copilot Chat during a meeting to support real time collaboration.

Why this matters:

Business impact: Enhances collaboration by bringing Microsoft 365 Copilot Chat into more communication surfaces.

Personal impact: Makes it easier to access Microsoft 365 Copilot Chat wherever you work in Teams.

• Edit scheduled prompts for Copilot [Windows, Mac, Web]

Users can now edit the schedule of their Copilot prompts, giving them more flexibility and control.

Details:

What changed: You can now adjust the timing of scheduled prompts instead of deleting and recreating them. This update improves usability and reduces repetitive setup.

Why: This change was made to give users more control over their workflows and reduce friction when managing recurring prompts.

Try this:

• Open your list of scheduled prompts.
• Select a prompt and adjust the schedule to match your needs.
• Save your changes to update the prompt timing.

Why this matters:

Business impact: Reduces time spent managing recurring workflows.

Personal impact: Makes it easier to keep prompts aligned with changing schedules.

Microsoft 365 Copilot extensibility

• Code interpreter now works on files found via Chat search

Analyze enterprise search results with code interpreter Copilot's code interpreter can now analyze files found via enterprise search in Chat, even if they weren't manually uploaded or linked.

Roadmap ID: 519570

Details:

What changed: Previously, code interpreter only worked on files explicitly uploaded or attached. Now, it can also analyze files surfaced through enterprise search in Copilot Chat.

Why: This change reduces friction and improves usability by allowing users to analyze relevant files without needing to manually attach them.

Try this:

• Search for a spreadsheet in Copilot Chat and ask the code interpreter to summarize trends.
• Locate a CSV file via enterprise search and request a data visualization.
• Find a document using Chat and ask Copilot to run calculations or extract metrics.

Why this matters:

Business impact: Streamlines workflows by enabling analysis of discovered files without manual uploads.

Personal impact: Saves time and effort when working with files found through search.

• Smarter answers with embedded image understanding [Windows]

Declarative Agents can now interpret and ground responses using embedded images in Word, PowerPoint, and PDF files. This enhancement enables Copilot to extract insights from charts, diagrams, and screenshots, improving the accuracy and completeness of answers.

Roadmap ID: 531758

Details:

What changed: Declarative Agents now analyze embedded images in supported file types (.docx, .pptx, .pdf). Visual elements such as charts and diagrams are used to inform responses, resulting in more contextually accurate answers.

Why: Users often include critical information in visuals. This change ensures Copilot can interpret both text and graphics for more complete responses.

Try this:

• Upload a Word document with embedded charts and ask Copilot to summarize key insights.
• Attach a PowerPoint file with diagrams and request an explanation of the visual flow.
• Use a PDF with screenshots and ask Copilot to describe the process shown.

Why this matters:

Business impact: Improves Copilot's ability to deliver comprehensive answers grounded in both text and visuals.

Personal impact: Helps users get more accurate and complete responses from files with embedded images.

• Fewer confirmation prompts for Copilot actions [Web]

Action confirmations have been streamlined, so users experience fewer interruptions while still maintaining safety controls.

Details:

What changed: Copilot now reduces the number of confirmation prompts shown during read actions which don't make changes to external systems. Safety checks remain in place while enhancing the user experience.

Why: This update helps users stay focused and reduces friction during task execution.

Try this:

• Use an agent to fetch data from an external system.
• Notice fewer confirmation steps during the process.
• Continue your workflow without additional interruptions.

Why this matters:

Business impact: Improves workflow efficiency by reducing delays.

Personal impact: Creates a smoother, more natural Copilot experience.

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Updates released between March 10, 2026, March 24, 2026

Microsoft 365 Copilot app

• Scatter image effect
  [Android, Windows, iOS, Mac, Web]
  We’re introducing a new Scatter image effect that helps users quickly apply a modern, stylized look to AI‑generated or uploaded images.
  Roadmap ID:
  537288
  Details:
  What changed:
  The image editor in Copilot Chat and the Create module now includes a Scatter effect. This effect adds a dynamic, dispersed visual style to images, giving users more creative options than before.
  Why:
  Users asked for more built‑in creative effects to help them produce unique visuals without needing external editing tools.
  Try this:
  ◦ Generate an image in Chat, click the image to open Editor and apply the Scatter effect to give it a more artistic look.
  ◦ Use the Scatter effect in the Create module to enhance visuals for presentations or social posts.
  Why this matters:
  Business impact:
  Expands creative capabilities directly within Microsoft 365 workflows, reducing the need for third‑party tools.
  Personal impact:
  Makes it easier to create visually distinctive images with minimal effort.

Microsoft 365 Copilot Chat

• Summarize and Explain actions in PDF reader
  [Web]
  Two new Copilot actions—Summarize and Explain—are now available in the Microsoft Edge PDF reader to help users understand content faster.
  Roadmap ID:
  498641
  Details:
  What changed:
  The built in PDF reader now includes Summarize and Explain options alongside the existing Ask Copilot integration. Users can generate overviews or simplify complex text directly within the PDF experience.
  Why:
  These additions help users quickly interpret long or complex documents without leaving the PDF reader.
  Try this:
  ◦ Open a PDF in Microsoft Edge and select Summarize to get a concise overview.
  ◦ Highlight a section of text and choose Explain to simplify technical or dense content.
  ◦ Use these actions to prepare for meetings or review documents more efficiently.
  Why this matters:
  Business impact:
  Improves document review workflows and reduces time spent interpreting complex PDFs.
  Personal impact:
  Helps users understand information more quickly and with less effort.

• Delegate calendar search in Microsoft 365 Copilot
  [Android, Windows, iOS, Mac, Web]
  Delegates with calendar access can now search for another user’s meetings directly in Copilot Chat.
  Roadmap ID:
  413718
  Details:
  What changed:
  Delegates can use Copilot Chat to search for meetings on behalf of the person whose calendar they manage. Previously, this required manual navigation in Outlook.
  Why:
  This update streamlines workflows and reduces time spent searching across calendars.
  Try this:
  ◦ In Copilot Chat, ask for upcoming calendar planning meetings for the person whose calendar you manage.
  ◦ Search for specific meeting details, such as attendees or topics
  Why this matters:
  Business impact:
  Improves efficiency for executive assistants and teams with shared calendar planning responsibilities.
  Personal impact:
  Saves time by making calendar searches faster and more intuitive.
  Additional resources:
  Support:
  Use Copilot search in calendar items as a delegate

Microsoft 365 Copilot extensibility

• Query Coda docs and wikis with Copilot connectors
  [Web]
  Connect Microsoft 365 Copilot to Coda with Copilot connectors so you can query collaborative documents and wikis from Copilot.
  Roadmap ID:
  515165
  Details:
  What changed:
  Microsoft 365 Copilot now supports a Coda Enterprise Copilot connector that can index Coda documents and pages for use in Microsoft 365 Copilot and Microsoft Search.
  Why:
  This change helps people find knowledge stored in Coda without leaving Microsoft 365.
  Try this:
  ◦ Connect Microsoft 365 Copilot to Coda with a Copilot connector.
  ◦ Ask Copilot to summarize content in a Coda workspace.
  ◦ Ask Copilot to retrieve the URL for a specific Coda document.
  Why this matters:
  Business impact:
  Improves knowledge discovery by making Coda content available in Microsoft 365 Copilot and Microsoft Search.
  Personal impact:
  Makes it easier to get answers from Coda docs and wikis using natural language.

• Query Bitbucket pull requests with Copilot connectors
  [Web]
  Connect Microsoft 365 Copilot to Bitbucket with Copilot connectors so you can query pull requests and related engineering context.
  Roadmap ID:
  515163
  Details:
  What changed:
  Microsoft 365 Copilot now supports a Bitbucket Pull Request Copilot connector that brings pull request information into Microsoft 365 Copilot and Microsoft Search.
  Why:
  This change helps teams find pull request details through Microsoft 365 tools they already use.
  Try this:
  ◦ Connect Microsoft 365 Copilot to Bitbucket with a Copilot connector.
  ◦ Ask Copilot to find pull requests related to a repository or feature.
  ◦ Ask Copilot to summarize the discussion and status of a pull request.
  Why this matters:
  Business impact:
  Surfaces pull request context in Microsoft 365 Copilot to speed up collaboration and reviews.
  Personal impact:
  Makes it easier to understand a pull request without switching apps.

• Track GitLab issues in Copilot with a connector
  [Web]
  Connect Microsoft 365 Copilot to GitLab Issues with Copilot connectors so you can query engineering tasks and bugs from Copilot.
  Roadmap ID:
  515158
  Details:
  What changed:
  Microsoft 365 Copilot now supports GitLab Issues connectors that can index issue data and make it available in Microsoft 365 Copilot and Microsoft Search.
  Why:
  This change helps teams retrieve issue details, assignments, and context without leaving Microsoft 365 workflows.
  Try this:
  ◦ Connect Microsoft 365 Copilot to GitLab Issues with a Copilot connector.
  ◦ Ask Copilot to summarize high-priority issues for a release milestone.
  ◦ Ask Copilot to list blocked issues and their owners.
  Why this matters:
  Business impact:
  Improves visibility into work tracking by surfacing GitLab issues in Microsoft 365 Copilot.
  Personal impact:
  Makes it easier to find issue context and stay on top of tasks using natural language.
  Additional resources:
  Learn:
  GitLab Issues Server Microsoft 365 Copilot connector overview

• Bring Asana tasks into Copilot with a connector
  [Web]
  Connect Microsoft 365 Copilot to Asana with a Copilot connector so you can query projects and tasks from within Microsoft 365.
  Roadmap ID:
  515175
  Details:
  What changed:
  Microsoft 365 Copilot now supports an Asana Copilot connector that can index Asana tasks for use in Microsoft 365 Copilot and Microsoft Search.
  Why:
  This change helps people access project and task information in the flow of work.
  Try this:
  ◦ Connect Microsoft 365 Copilot to Asana with a Copilot connector.
  ◦ Ask Copilot to summarize tasks and deadlines across projects.
  ◦ Ask Copilot to list overdue tasks in a project.
  Why this matters:
  Business impact:
  Improves project tracking by bringing Asana task data into Microsoft 365 Copilot and search experiences.
  Personal impact:
  Helps you stay on top of tasks without switching tools.
  Additional resources:
  Learn:
  Asana Microsoft 365 Copilot connector overview

• Connect Copilot with Egnyte for secure file collaboration
  [Web]
  Users can connect Microsoft 365 Copilot with Egnyte to collaborate on secure file storage using the Copilot Connector.
  Roadmap ID:
  513283
  Details:
  What changed:
  Copilot can now access files stored in Egnyte, allowing users to retrieve, summarize, and interact with content without manually opening those files.
  Why:
  This integration supports organizations that rely on Egnyte for secure file storage and governance.
  Try this:
  ◦ Ask Copilot to summarize a document stored in Egnyte.
  ◦ Retrieve key insights from Egnyte folders.
  ◦ Request a list of recent Egnyte updates relevant to your team.
  Why this matters:
  Business impact:
  Supports secure and compliant integration with existing file storage systems.
  Personal impact:
  Helps users quickly access and understand stored content.
  Additional resources:
  Learn:
  Egnyte Microsoft 365 Copilot connector overview

• Search Aha! features and ideas in Copilot with a connector
  [Web]
  Connect Microsoft 365 Copilot to Aha! with Copilot connectors so you can query product features and customer ideas in Copilot.
  Roadmap ID:
  515159
  Details:
  What changed:
  Microsoft 365 Copilot now supports an Aha! Copilot connector that can index Aha! features and ideas and make them discoverable through Microsoft 365 Copilot and Microsoft Search.
  Why:
  This change helps product and engineering teams find roadmap and feedback context in Microsoft 365 workflows.
  Try this:
  ◦ Connect Microsoft 365 Copilot to Aha! with a Copilot connector.
  ◦ Ask Copilot to list features assigned to you in Aha!.
  ◦ Ask Copilot to show ideas with the highest number of votes.
  Why this matters:
  Business impact:
  Improves cross-team alignment by making Aha! roadmap and feedback content easier to find in Microsoft 365.
  Personal impact:
  Helps you answer product questions faster without leaving Microsoft 365.

• Connect Copilot to Smartsheet for project and task management
  [Web]
  Microsoft Copilot (Microsoft 365) can now connect to Smartsheet so users can work with collaborative projects and tasks through a Copilot connector.
  Details:
  What changed:
  A new Copilot connector allows Microsoft 365 Copilot to access project and task information stored in Smartsheet.
  Why:
  Many teams manage collaborative projects in Smartsheet and want Copilot to reference that information without switching tools.
  Try this:
  ◦ Configure the Smartsheet Copilot connector for your organization.
  ◦ Ask Copilot to find, summarize, or reference projects and tasks stored in Smartsheet.
  Why this matters:
  Business impact:
  Enables teams to work with Smartsheet project data directly in Copilot workflows, improving visibility and coordination.
  Personal impact:
  Helps individuals understand project status and tasks more quickly using Copilot.
  Additional resources:
  Learn:
  Smartsheet Sheet Microsoft 365 Copilot connector overview

• Faster connector authentication setup for Gong, GitHub, and Monday
  [Web]
  Admins can now set up authentication for Gong, GitHub, and Monday connectors using a simplified, faster OAuth experience.
  Details:
  What changed:
  The connector setup flow now uses a streamlined OAuth process that replaces lengthy manual steps. Admins can complete authentication in minutes instead of hours.
  Why:
  This update reduces friction for IT teams and aligns connector setup with modern authentication standards.
  Try this:
  ◦ Open the Microsoft 365 admin center and start configuring one of the supported connectors.
  ◦ Follow the guided OAuth prompts to complete authentication.
  ◦ Review your connector list to confirm the setup is complete.
  Why this matters:
  Business impact:
  Reduces setup time and administrative overhead for connector deployment.
  Personal impact:
  Makes it easier for admins to configure connectors confidently and quickly.

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Microsoft 365 Copilot Chat

• Expanded AI skill inferencing for E3 and E5 users
  [Windows, Web]
  This update expands AI‑powered skill inferencing to Microsoft 365 E3 and E5 users, helping organizations keep user profiles more accurate and up to date.
  Roadmap ID
  : 548643
  Details:
  What changed:
  AI‑powered skill inferencing, previously available only to Microsoft 365 Copilot and Microsoft Viva licensed users, can now be enabled for Microsoft 365 E3 and E5 users. Admins can turn this capability on directly in the Microsoft 365 admin center. When enabled, AI automatically identifies and updates skills on users’ Microsoft 365 profiles based on work activity from the Microsoft Graph. This control is available to tenants with Copilot licenses.
  Why:
  Organizations asked for broader access to AI‑powered skill updates so they could maintain more complete and accurate user profiles across their workforce. Expanding this capability helps teams surface expertise more easily and improves profile data quality.
  Try this:

  • Open the Microsoft 365 admin center and review the People Skills settings.
  • Turn on AI‑powered skill inferencing for Microsoft 365 E3 or E5 users.
  • Inform users that their profiles may begin updating automatically based on their work activity.
    Why this matters:
    Business impact:
    Improves organizational visibility into employee skills, making it easier to identify expertise and support workforce planning.
    Personal impact:
    Helps users keep their profiles current without manual updates, making their expertise easier for colleagues to discover.

• Chat History filtering experience refresh
  This update refreshes the Chat History filtering experience to make it easier to find past conversations and clear filters when needed.
  Roadmap ID:
  543423
  Details:
  What changed:
  The filtering interface on the Chat History landing page has been simplified to help users locate conversations more quickly. The updated design makes filters easier to apply and provides a clearer way to remove them, reducing the chance of getting stuck in a filtered view.
  Why:
  Users asked for a more intuitive filtering experience so they could navigate their chat history with less effort and avoid confusion when filters were active.
  Try this:

  • Open the Chat History page and apply a filter to narrow your results.
  • Select the clear option to remove all filters and return to the full list.
  • Switch between filter types to see how the simplified layout improves navigation.
    Why this matters:
    Business impact:
    Helps teams retrieve past conversations faster, improving productivity and reducing time spent searching for information.
    Personal impact:
    Makes it easier for individuals to manage and revisit their own chat history.

• Explainable AI with deep and inline citations for connectors
  Microsoft Copilot introduces an explainable AI experience that shows how responses from connected data sources are generated by using inline and deep citations.
  Details:
  What changed:
  Copilot now provides inline citations for connector-based results, with a hover experience that displays a glance card summarizing the cited entity, and a deep citation view available when users select the citation for more detail.
  Why:
  Users want clearer insight into how Copilot-generated results are created, especially when responses are based on external or connected data sources. This update improves transparency by explaining the origin of information through richer citation details.
  Try this:

  • Hover over an inline citation in a Copilot response to view a summary of the referenced entity.
  • Select the citation to open a detailed view that explains how the result was generated.
    Why this matters:
    Business impact:
    Improves trust and confidence in Copilot responses by making data sources and reasoning more transparent for teams using connected systems.
    Personal impact:
    Helps individuals better understand and validate Copilot results by clearly showing where information comes from and how it was used.

• Summarize and explain PDFs with Copilot in Microsoft Edge
  [Web]
  Microsoft Edge expands its built‑in PDF reader with new Copilot actions that help you quickly summarize or explain PDF content directly in the browser.
  Roadmap ID:
  498641
  Details:
  What changed:
  The existing Ask Copilot experience in the Microsoft Edge PDF reader now includes two additional actions—Summarize and Explain—that let you generate a concise overview or simplify complex sections of a PDF or selected content. These actions follow the same enterprise controls and policies already applied to Copilot in Edge.
  Why:
  Reviewing long or complex PDFs often requires extra time and context switching. This update makes it easier to understand key points or technical language without leaving the PDF reader or copying content into another tool.
  Try this:

  • Open a PDF in Microsoft Edge and select Summarize to get a quick overview of the document.
  • Select a paragraph or section and choose Explain to simplify complex language or concepts.
    Why this matters:
    Business impact:
    Helps teams review documents faster and stay within existing enterprise controls while using Copilot in Edge.
    Personal impact:
    Makes it easier to understand lengthy or technical PDFs without interrupting your workflow.

• Ask Copilot directly from the Microsoft Edge address bar
  [Web]
  Microsoft Edge lets users send a search query from the address bar directly to Copilot to receive a synthesized, more targeted answer.
  Roadmap ID:
  493287
  Details:
  What changed:
  When users type a search query in the Microsoft Edge address bar, they can choose to ask Copilot instead of running a standard search, enabling Copilot to generate a focused response based on web content and, for eligible users, work content.
  Why:
  Switching between search results and separate AI tools can interrupt workflow. This update allows users to move from intent to answer in one step, directly from the address bar.
  Try this:

  • Type a question or topic in the Edge address bar and select Ask Copilot.
  • Use Copilot’s response to quickly understand a topic before refining or acting on the result.
    Why this matters:
    Business impact:
    Helps teams find relevant information faster by combining search and AI responses in a single, policy‑governed experience within Microsoft Edge.
    Personal impact:
    Reduces time spent scanning search results by delivering clearer, synthesized answers directly from the address bar.

• Scope Copilot Chat prompts to Teams channels with Context IQ
  [Web]
  You can now search for and select Microsoft Teams channels in Context IQ to ground Copilot Chat prompts in the conversations and content that matter most.
  Roadmap ID:
  429645
  Details:
  What changed:
  Context IQ now allows you to search for and select Microsoft Teams channels when creating prompts in Copilot Chat, so responses are grounded in a specific channel instead of across all Teams content.
  Why:
  Users asked for more precise ways to focus Copilot Chat on relevant team conversations and reduce noise from unrelated channels.
  Try this:

  • Open Copilot Chat and start a new prompt.
  • Use the Context IQ menu to search for and select a Teams channel.
  • Ask a question to get responses grounded in that channel’s conversations.
    Why this matters:
    Business impact:
    Improves response relevance and reduces time spent searching across multiple Teams channels.
    Personal impact:
    Makes it easier to get accurate, channel-specific answers without manual filtering.
    Additional resources:
    Learn:
    Using Context IQ to refer to specific files, people, and more in Microsoft 365 Copilot and Copilot Chat

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Updates released between February 10, 2026, February 24, 2026

Microsoft 365 Copilot extensibility

• Connect Copilot with Monday.com to track work and team progress [Web]
  Users can connect Microsoft 365 Copilot with Monday.com to track work and team progress using the Copilot Connector.

• Connect Copilot with WordPress.com and WordPress.org [Web]
  Users can connect Copilot with WordPress.com and WordPress.org to retrieve, summarize, and analyze site content using the Copilot Connector.

• Connect Copilot with Azure File Share [Web]
  Users can connect Copilot with Azure File Share to manage and work with their files using the Copilot Connector.

• Connect Copilot with Veeva [Web]
  Users can connect Copilot with Veeva to access promotional materials, quality documents, and regulatory information using the Copilot Connector.

• Connect Copilot with Jira Data Center to manage engineering tasks [Web]
  Users can connect Microsoft 365 Copilot with Jira Data Center to track and manage engineering tasks using the Copilot Connector.

• Out‑of‑box filter support for data sources in Copilot Search [Web]
  IT admins can customize filters for data sources in Copilot Search without additional development work.

• Scope grounding for declarative agents to specific data sources [Windows, Web]
  Users can scope grounding for declarative agents to specific data sources.

• Embedded knowledge support for declarative agents [Web]
  Developers can embed knowledge such as PDFs, Word documents, and PowerPoint files for declarative agents.

• Declarative agents upgraded to GPT‑5.1
  Microsoft 365 Copilot declarative agents now use the GPT‑5.1 model with automatic model selection for performance and reasoning.

PowerPoint

• Use Copilot to get a detailed and contextual explanation [Web, Windows, Mac]
  Users can select the "explain" option from the contextual menu that appears by right clicking on objects or content in PowerPoint to receive a detailed and contextual explanation.

• Steer presentation length, tone, style, and images with Copilot [Web, Windows, Mac]
  Users can adjust presentation length, narrative tone, slide style, and AI‑generated images when creating presentations with Copilot.

Viva Insights

• Copilot Studio agent report enhancements [Web, Windows, Mac]
  The Copilot Studio agent report includes autonomous agents and provides insights on adoption, impact, time savings, and cost savings.

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Updates released between January 27, 2026, February 10, 2026.

Microsoft 365 Copilot extensibility

• Admins can set up connector authentication faster with a simplified experience [Web]
  Admins can now set up connector authentication faster through a simplified and guided OAuth experience.

• Users can refresh Adaptive Cards in agents to view the latest information [Web]
  Users can refresh Adaptive Cards in agents to ensure they always see the most current information in their workflows.

• Field teams can accelerate Copilot adoption using champion connectors [Web]
  Field teams can use getting started guides of champion connectors to guide customers through Copilot adoption with clear, consistent resources.

• Declarative Agents help users stay in their workflow [Web]
  URL‑based dialogs in Declarative Agents allow users to open linked experiences without leaving Copilot, helping them stay focused.

• More frequent ticket status updates for the ServiceNow Tickets Copilot connector [Web]
  The ServiceNow Tickets Copilot connector updates ticket status more frequently by ingesting both active and inactive tickets.

• Query Miro boards and diagrams with Copilot connectors [Web]
  Connect Microsoft 365 Copilot to Miro with Copilot connectors so you can query visual boards and diagrams in Copilot.

• Connect Copilot to GitHub Server with Copilot Connector [Web]
  Connect Copilot to your GitHub Server to retrieve and collaborate on issues, pull requests, and knowledge base content.

Teams

• Configure and manage agent manifests in Developer Portal
  Developer Portal now supports management and configuration of Agent Blueprints allowing developers to extend Agent 365 capabilities to their agents including enterprise‑grade identity, observability, notifications, security, and governed access to Microsoft 365 data.

Excel

• Edit with Copilot in Excel to enhance your productivity (formerly Agent Mode) [Windows, Web, Mac]
  Edit with Copilot in Excel to build and change workbooks, using Excel tools like tables, charts, PivotTables, and formulas to complete complex data tasks faster.

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Updates released between January 13, 2025, and January 27, 2026.

Microsoft 365 Copilot Chat

• Copilot Chat model selector now offers GPT-5.2 [Android, Windows, iOS, Mac, Web]

Choose GPT-5.2 in Copilot Chat for faster responses or deeper reasoning, improving accuracy and clarity.

Details:

What changed: The model selector in Copilot Chat now includes GPT-5.2. Users can pick Quick Response for immediate answers or Think Deeper for more thorough reasoning. GPT-5.2 delivers better instruction following, improved math and coding performance, and clearer explanations compared to previous models.

Why: This update provides more flexibility and precision, helping users handle both simple and complex tasks with adaptive reasoning.

Try this:

• Select More in the model selector and choose Quick Response for quick answers.
• Choose Think Deeper when you need detailed reasoning for complex queries.

Why this matters:

Business impact: Enhances productivity by offering tailored response modes for different workflows.

Personal impact: Gives individuals control over response depth, improving efficiency and clarity.

• Copilot icon visibility in Microsoft Edge [Web]

Users can now manage the visibility of the Copilot icon in the Microsoft Edge toolbar, while admins can control icon access through policy settings.

Details:

What changed: Previously, the Copilot icon always appeared in the toolbar. Users can now hide or show the icon, and admins can manage visibility using the "Microsoft365CopilotChatIconEnabled policy."

Why: This change gives users and IT admins more flexibility in managing the Edge interface and Copilot availability.

Try this:

• Right-click the Copilot icon and select Hide Copilot.
• Use Edge settings to toggle the icon visibility.
• Configure the Microsoft365CopilotChatIconEnabled policy as an admin.

Why this matters:

Business impact: Supports customized user experiences and centralized policy control.

Personal impact: Lets users reduce toolbar clutter or restore the icon when needed.

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Microsoft 365 admin center

• Admin control to customize AI disclaimers in Copilot Chat [Windows, Web]

We updated the AI Disclaimer experience in Microsoft Copilot Chat based on customer feedback. To address this, we introduced an admin control that allows organizations to customize how the disclaimer appears, improving user awareness and flexibility.

Details:

What changed: The AI disclaimer will remain visible in the user experience. Admins will gain the ability to heighten this message and to provide a link to their own documentation: The disclaimer will display bolded text for increased visibility. Admins can configure a custom URL pointing to their AI policy documentation.

Why: Organizations asked for more control over how the disclaimer appears to improve user awareness and flexibility.

Try this:

• Review the new AI Disclaimer setting in the Admin Portal.
• Decide whether you want to configure this setting for your organization.
• If desired, prepare a custom URL to include in the UX.
• Communicate this change to your helpdesk staff and Copilot users.
• Update internal documentation if you reference the disclaimer experience.

Why this matters:

Business impact: Allows organizations to customize how the disclaimer appears.

Personal impact: Improves user awareness of the disclaimer.

Microsoft 365 Copilot app

• Access all your Copilot-generated content in one library [Android, Windows, iOS, Mac, Web]

Use the new Library in the Microsoft 365 Copilot app to easily find and manage your Copilot-created images and pages.

Details:

What changed: A new centralized Library view in Copilot lets users access all their AI-generated assets in one place.

Why: Improves organization and removes friction in retrieving past Copilot content.

Try this:

• Open Copilot app → go to Library
• Filter by images or summaries
• Share content in Teams or email

Business impact: Boosts collaboration by making assets reusable and sharable.

Personal impact: Saves time by avoiding re-creating previous work.

Additional resources:

Learn:

Microsoft 365 Copilot Library

Microsoft 365 Copilot Chat

• Search for meetings by organizer using Copilot Chat [Windows]

Quickly find meetings scheduled by a specific person to review or prioritize your calendar.

Details:

What changed: Copilot Chat now lets you search your calendar for meetings organized by a specific individual.

Why: Helps users locate calendar items and prioritize activities faster.

Try this:

• Ask Copilot: "Find meetings organized by Alex Johnson next week."
• Or: "Summarize action items from last 3 meetings organized by Sarah Davis."

Business impact: Reduces wasted time searching for calendar details.

Personal impact: Gives quick control and visibility over relevant scheduled events.

Microsoft 365 Copilot extensibility

• Build smarter agents with GPT-5 in Agent Builder [Android, Windows, iOS, Mac, Web]

Create more capable and context-aware Copilot agents powered by GPT-5, delivering richer responses and streamlined experiences for your users.

Details:

What changed: Declarative agents built in Microsoft 365 Copilot now use GPT-5 as the underlying chat model, enabling advanced reasoning, more natural language understanding, and improved multi-step processing.

Why: Organizations need AI-powered solutions that not only respond accurately but anticipate user needs. GPT-5 delivers higher precision and better handling of complex queries, resulting in agents that feel more responsive and intelligent, reducing repetitive follow-ups.

Try this:

• Open Agent Builder in Microsoft 365 Copilot to create a new declarative agent that runs on GPT-5 as the foundation.
• Configure your agent with domain-specific knowledge and test its ability to handle scenario-based queries.
• Ask your new agent: "Help me draft a Q4 performance summary with recommendations based on last quarter's sales trends."

Why this matters:

Business Impact: Smarter agents mean streamlined workflows and faster completion of complex business processes, reducing time-to-value and improving ROI on AI initiatives.

Personal Impact: Users experience fewer frustrations when interacting with Copilot, getting precise answers and recommendations that fit their context-saving time and effort.

• Connect Dropbox for smarter Copilot file access [Web]

Integrate Dropbox with Copilot to access, retrieve, and manage files directly, regardless of where they are stored.

Roadmap ID: 513282

What Changed: A new Copilot connector allows you to integrate Dropbox into the Microsoft 365 Copilot experience. Once connected, Copilot can retrieve and manage files stored in Dropbox and use them for context in responses.

Why: This update eliminates friction by letting Copilot work across locations, so users never waste time searching or switching services.

Try This:

• In Copilot settings, enable the Dropbox connector and sign in with your account.
• Ask Copilot, "Summarize the Q4 plan from my Dropbox folder."
• Use Copilot in Word to insert insights from Dropbox files into a report.

Why it Matters:

Business Impact: Improve team efficiency by unifying data access across platforms, eliminating manual transfers.

Personal Impact: Create and edit content with ease by letting Copilot pull in what you need, including content from Dropbox.

Additional resources:

Learn:

Google Drive Microsoft 365 Copilot connector overview

• Connect Microsoft 365 Copilot with Guru for enhanced insights [Web]

Microsoft 365 Copilot can now connect with Guru to surface internal knowledge and team insights, enhancing team collaboration and decision-making.

Roadmap ID: 513281

Details:

What changed: Previously, Microsoft 365 Copilot operated with its standard integrations. With this update, users can connect Microsoft 365 Copilot with Guru, allowing it to access and utilize internal knowledge bases and team insights directly within the workflow.

Why: This feature was added to leverage the wealth of internal knowledge and insights stored in Guru. By doing so, it enhances decision-making processes and streamlines access to valuable information for team members.

Try this:

• Connect Microsoft 365 Copilot with Guru to start accessing your organization's internal knowledge base.
• Use the Copilot Connector to query specific team insights and data stored in Guru.
• Implement this connection in your workflow to improve collaboration and information retrieval during meetings or project planning.

Why this matters:

Business impact: Integrating Microsoft 365 Copilot with Guru enhances technological capabilities, optimizes workflow efficiency, and strengthens team collaboration by providing immediate access to critical insights.

Personal impact: Individual users benefit from quicker access to information and insights, aiding personal productivity and informed decision-making.

• Expand Copilot Agents with Mail, People, and Meeting Insights [Windows, Web]

Copilot declarative agents can now integrate with richer M365 data: mail, people's data, Teams chats, and meeting transcripts.

What Changed: Agents can now tap into richer Microsoft 365 data sources - email, Teams chats, meeting transcripts, and people data - to deliver more context-aware answers and automate tasks seamlessly.

Why: Modern work spans inboxes, chats, calendars, and documents. Constant switching slows teams down. By grounding declarative agents in organizational data, Copilot reduces context-switching, improves accuracy, and accelerates decision-making.

Try This:

• Create a declarative agent that uses Meetings data to generate a project summary.
• Sample query: "Summarize decisions and blockers from this week's meetings relating to Project X."
• Create a declarative agent that uses Email data to draft emails.
• Sample query: "Draft follow up emails for unresolved items from yesterday."

Why This Matters:

Business Impact: Teams works faster when Copilot agents bring context from across Microsoft 365 into one place. By reducing time spent searching through emails, chats and transcripts, organizations improve decision accuracy, accelerate workflows, and keep projects moving without delays.

Personal Impact: Users no longer need to juggle multiple tools to gather context. Copilot agents can consolidate multiple knowledge capabilities in one place, saving time and reducing cognitive load throughout the workday.

• Generate Office documents from agents in Copilot Studio lite [Windows, Web]

Agents built with Copilot Studio lite can generate PowerPoint decks, Excel spreadsheets, and Word documents via chat, with files saved to OneDrive.

Roadmap ID: 506753

Details:

What changed: Office skills are available in Copilot Studio lite. Users can chat with an agent to generate PowerPoint, Excel, and Word files. Files are saved to OneDrive to streamline organization and support retention policies. These skills are part of the "Generate code, graphs, and documents" capability (formerly known as Code Interpreter).

Why: Automating common document tasks helps teams move faster and maintain consistency, while OneDrive storage supports governance needs.

Try this:

• Ask your agent to create a Word document with a project outline.
• Request an Excel spreadsheet with labeled columns for status tracking.
• Generate a PowerPoint deck with section titles for an upcoming review.

Why this matters:

Business impact: Reduces manual document creation time and supports compliant storage.

Personal impact: Makes everyday document tasks quicker and easier.

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Microsoft 365 Copilot app

• GPT-5 powers Copilot Chat by default [Android, Windows, iOS, Mac, Web]
  Copilot Chat delivers faster, smarter results using GPT-5 as the default model.
• Streamlined Copilot chat navigation with expanded history [Windows, Web]
  A redesigned navigation pane provides a cleaner layout and expanded chat history, making it easier to switch between conversations. This allows you to switch between conversations and pick up where you left off, perfect great for fast-paced projects and multitasking.

Microsoft 365 Copilot extensibility

• Access IT service documentation with Freshservice integration [Web]
  Let Copilot retrieve IT documentation and troubleshooting instructions directly from Freshservice with this integration.
• Upload Larger Files in Copilot Studio Agent Builder [Android, Windows, iOS, Web]
  Agent Builder now supports file uploads up to 512 MB when creating agents, ideal for larger files.
• Use .NET client libraries to integrate Microsoft 365 Copilot APIs [Web]
  Offers official .NET SDKs for integrating with Microsoft 365 Copilot APIs.
• Use Python client libraries to integrate Microsoft 365 Copilot APIs [Web]
  Adds official Python libraries for secure integration with Microsoft 365 Copilot APIs.
• Use TypeScript client libraries to integrate Microsoft 365 Copilot APIs [Web]
  Build custom integrations with Microsoft 365 Copilot APIs using official TypeScript SDK libraries.
• View and Manage SharePoint Agents with Greater Control [Web]
  Admins can now see all SharePoint agents in a single unified view and manage them more intuitively with a streamlined delete action.

Microsoft 365 Copilot Studio

• Build Copilot agents using organizational People data [Windows, Web]
  Developers can build agents in Copilot Studio that deliver personalized, context-aware responses using organizational People data.

PowerPoint

• Use your organization’s approved assets in Copilot presentations [Mac, Windows, Web]
  Create branded PowerPoint slides by pulling images and templates from your company’s SharePoint asset library or Templafy integration.

Word

• Referenced sources cited in drafted content [Windows]
  Draft content with confidence as Copilot automatically includes citations, referencing the information in your text. This feature ensures accuracy and credibility, saving time on manual citation.

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Updates released between November 25, 2025, and December 10, 2025.

Microsoft 365 Copilot app

• Create polished videos faster with seamless editing and brand customization [Web]
  Turn text prompts or PowerPoint, Word, and PDF files into high-quality videos. Create professional videos quickly with easier editing, brand integration, and media customization.
• Get AI-powered summaries with search views
  AI Views creates AI-generated summaries to help you identify relevant content, quickly understand search results, and spend less time digging through documents.

Microsoft 365 Copilot extensibility

• Access custom engine agents in multiple apps [Web]
  Use custom engine agents in Word and Excel for a unified Copilot experience everywhere you work.
• Edit adaptive cards inline for a faster build process [Web]
  Developers can now make quick inline edits on adaptive cards without leaving their design environment, reducing turnaround times.
• Better security insights help you build confidently [Web]
  Makers can now see an agent’s detailed protection status and actionable recommendations in Copilot Studio.

Microsoft 365 SharePoint

• Add multiple SharePoint agents in one Teams conversation [Web]
  Include more than one SharePoint agent in a single Teams chat, meeting, or channel. Teams and SharePoint now work together better for smarter collaboration.

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Microsoft 365 admin center

• Monitor Copilot usage with Capacity Packs [Mac]
  Prepay for Copilot message consumption with Capacity Packs and track usage easily—reducing unexpected billing surprises.
  Roadmap ID: 503145
  Details:
  What changed:
  Introduced prepaid Capacity Packs (25,000 messages per month) that apply before pay-as-you-go billing kicks in, plus usage monitoring in PPAC.
  Why:
  Improves cost governance and simplifies budgeting for large-scale Copilot deployments.
  Try this:

  • In Microsoft 365 admin center, purchase a Capacity Pack and monitor allocations in Power Platform admin center.
    Why this matters:
    Business Impact:
    Predicts and controls Copilot spend with flexible prepaid options.
    Personal Impact:
    Gives admins peace of mind with transparent, upfront budgeting.
    Additional Resources:
    Learn:
    Use Copilot Studio prepaid capacity packs for Microsoft 365 Copilot Chat and SharePoint agents

• Reassign agent ownership with full control [Windows, Web]
  Admins can now transfer ownership of shared agents, granting the new owner full edit and delete permissions and revoking all access from the previous owner.
  Roadmap ID: 502867
  Details:
  What changed:
  Ownership reassignment capabilities are now live in Microsoft 365 admin center, with edits propagating to agent files and associated content.
  Why:
  Helps maintain governance when employees leave roles or teams without disrupting workflows.
  Try this:

  • From admin center, select a shared agent > choose Reassign Owner > confirm access update.
    Why this matters:
    Business Impact:
    Reduces compliance and business continuity risks during staff transitions.
    Personal Impact:
    Admins can easily manage lifecycle changes without escalating to engineering teams.
    Additional Resources:
    Learn:
    Reassign an agent's owner with PowerShell

• Restrict org-wide agent sharing for better governance [Web]
  Manage who can create org-wide sharing links for Copilot Studio agents to maintain tighter organizational control.
  Roadmap ID: 500376
  Details:
  What changed:
  New admin control blocks or enables org-wide visibility for Copilot agents.
  Why:
  Prevents accidental overexposure of sensitive workflows while allowing flexibility for approved agents.
  Try this:

  • In admin center, update Sharing Settings to limit org-wide agent links to specific roles or groups.
    Why this matters:
    Business Impact:
    Reduces risk of unauthorized data exposure.
    Personal Impact:
    Gives admins full confidence before rolling out custom agents at scale

Microsoft 365 Copilot app

• Customize audio overviews for Copilot notebooks [Web]
  Personalize the content and tone of audio summaries from your Copilot notebooks by using natural language input.
  Roadmap ID: 499150
  Details:
  What changed:
  Notebook audio overviews are now creator-driven with prompt-based customization.
  Why:
  Supports diverse use cases—like executive briefings or quick-learning sessions—without extra editing work.
  Try this:
  • Type: "Create an upbeat 2-minute audio summary focused on key sales drivers."
    Why this matters:
    Business Impact:
    Enhances the value of notebooks for communication and leadership updates.
    Personal Impact:
    Saves time creating engaging summaries without additional tools.
    Additional Resources:
    Support:
    Get an audio overview of your notebook with Microsoft 365 Copilot Notebooks

Microsoft 365 Copilot Chat

• Access shared mailboxes in Copilot Chat [Android, Windows, iOS, Mac, Web]
  Copilot Chat now connects to shared mailboxes, so team-based conversations are more informed and collaborative.
  Roadmap ID: 488797
  Details:
  What changed:
  Users with shared mailbox permissions can ground Copilot responses in shared mail content, just like their own emails.
  Why:
  Eliminates context gaps in team workflows and improves shared visibility on projects.
  Try this:

  • Tell Copilot: "Summarize recent emails in [email protected] mailbox."
  • Tell Copilot: "List all the emails around (topic) from ([email protected]) > mailbox."
    Why this matters:
    Business Impact:
    Ensures customer responses or project updates aren't missed when responsibility spans multiple team members.
    Personal Impact:
    Reduces copying and manual email checks across shared accounts—Copilot does it for you.
    Additional Resources:
    Support:
    Use Copilot in shared mailboxes and delegate mailboxes

• Find files faster with improved Copilot Chat filters [Windows, Web]
  Use new file type and people refiners in Copilot Chat to quickly get to the right file without sifting through results.
  Roadmap ID: 481136
  Details:
  What changed:
  Introduced filters for file types and collaborators in Copilot Chat's CIQ Files tab.
  Why:
  Cuts down time spent filtering manually, especially in large file repositories.
  Try this:

  • In chat, search: "Quarterly report" → Filter by Excel and collaborator name.
    Why this matters:
    Business Impact:
    Improves productivity and reduces meeting prep time.
    Personal Impact:
    Less frustration—find what you need in seconds.

• Talk to Copilot with voice for faster hands-free work [Android, Windows, iOS, Mac, Web]
  Speak to Copilot naturally on mobile or desktop to prepare for meetings, brainstorm ideas, or catch up on work—hands-free and grounded in work data.
  Roadmap ID: 481138
  Details:
  What changed:
  Copilot now supports voice input, enabling natural, conversational interactions in the Microsoft 365 Copilot app on mobile, desktop and the web and across Microsoft 365 apps, starting with Outlook, Word and PowerPoint.
  Why:
  Professionals need faster, more intuitive ways to engage with AI during their flow of work, especially when multitasking or on the move. Voice removes friction, letting you work where typing isn't practical.
  Try this:

  • Say: "Confirm the agenda and attendee list for my next meeting".
  • Try: "Create a quick list of next steps from my recent meeting notes."
  • Ask: "Summarize this document in five key points."
    Why this Matters:
    Business Impact:
    Voice drives productivity and inclusivity through natural interactions that increase engagement, accelerate task completion and reduce downtime.
    Personal Impact:
    Work more comfortably and naturally while saving time, gaining efficiency and giving you the flexibility to use Copilot on the go or at your desk.
    Additional Resources:
    Support:
    Get started with voice features in Microsoft 365 Copilot

Microsoft 365 Copilot extensibility

• Access Custom engine Agents on Microsoft 365 Copilot chat on mobile [Android, iOS]
  You can now interact with your organization's custom engine agents directly from your mobile device (iOS and Android), making Copilot even more adaptable to your workflows on the go. Whether you're away from your desk or managing tasks during a commute, your tailored business logic and automations are always at your fingertips.
  Details:
  What changed:
  Support for custom engine agents is now available on the Microsoft 365 mobile experience (iOS and Android). You can access the same business-specific workflows and logic you have on desktop, ensuring uninterrupted productivity.
  Why:
  Teams need consistent, personalized Copilot functionality no matter where they work. Bringing extensibility to mobile ensures employees stay productive and connected—even when away from their primary workstation.
  Try this:

  • Open the Microsoft 365 mobile app, launch Copilot, and activate one of your custom engine agents.
  • Ask Copilot: "Run our expense approval workflow and update me on pending approvals."
    Why this matters:
    Business Impact:
    Keep critical business processes running smoothly even when employees are mobile, reducing delays in approvals and operations.
    Personal Impact:
    Enjoy the same customized Copilot experience wherever you work, saving time and reducing context-switching throughout your day.
    Additional Resources:
    Learn:
    Custom engine agents for Microsoft 365 overview

• Enhanced search in Agent Store for easier discovery [Windows, Web]
  Finding the right agents in the Copilot Agent Store just got faster and smarter. Enjoy a streamlined search experience with typeahead suggestions and a clean results page—making it simple to locate exactly what you need without wasted time.
  Roadmap ID: 502617
  Details:
  What changed:
  The Agent Store now includes enhanced search capabilities featuring a responsive drop-down menu, typeahead functionality for quick suggestions as you type, and a dedicated search results page for improved clarity.
  Why:
  Customers need a quicker, more intuitive way to explore and find agents. By reducing friction in discovery, you can deploy and extend Copilot solutions with less effort and greater confidence.
  Try this:

  • Start typing an agent name in the search bar to see type ahead suggestions instantly.
  • Use the new full results page for a complete view of matching agents.
    Why this matters:
    Business Impact:
    Accelerate adoption by making it easy for teams to find and integrate the right Copilot tools quickly, boosting productivity across the organization.
    Personal Impact:
    Save time and reduce frustration with simple, intuitive search that helps you get back to meaningful work faster.

• Export detailed agent metadata for better governance [Web]
  Inventory exports now include richer metadata like capabilities, data sources, and creator details—empowering better auditing and lifecycle control.
  Roadmap ID: 502878
  Details:
  What changed:
  Added expanded metadata fields to Microsoft 365 admin center's agent export.
  Why:
  Provides admins with transparency over how agents are built, what they access, and by whom.
  Try this:

  • Start agent inventory and filter by Created By or Data Sources to review compliance.
    Why this matters:
    Business Impact:
    Strengthens governance for AI usage across the organization.
    Personal Impact:
    Saves admins from chasing multiple tools for visibility—everything is in one export.
    Additional Resources:
    Learn:
    Export to Excel

• Support Message Extensions as Declarative Agents on Mobile [Android, iOS]
  Stay productive on the move with support for message extensions as declarative agents in Copilot on iOS and Android. These extensions simplify workflows like inserting quick snippets, accessing integrated apps, or triggering processes directly from your mobile interface.
  Details:
  What changed:
  Message extensions based Declarative agents" instead of "Message extensions as declarative agents.
  Why:
  Workers increasingly use mobile as their primary device for timely communication and task management. Extending message-based workflows to mobile keeps teams efficient and responsive.
  Try this:

  • In a Teams chat on your mobile app, use Copilot to insert a dynamic update from a connected app with a message extension.
  • Ask Copilot: "Insert the latest sales figures into this conversation using our message extension agent."
    Why this matters:
    Business Impact:
    Maintain seamless workflows across devices, ensuring real-time communication and agility for distributed teams.
    Personal Impact:
    Eliminate the frustration of being restricted to desktop for advanced actions—get the information and tools you need on the go.
    Additional Resources:
    Learn:
    Extend bot-based message extension as agent for Microsoft 365 Copilot

• Unified permissions management for agents [Windows, Web]
  View detailed permissions for each Copilot agent in one place—including app dependencies, delegated permissions, and associated risks. Admins can grant consent directly, simplifying governance and deployment.
  Roadmap ID: 502617
  Details:
  What changed:
  Unified Permissions Management now provides a clear view of all required applications, delegated permissions, and associated risk levels from a central console.
  Why:
  Helps admins ensure security and compliance while reducing friction in agent approval workflows.
  Try this:

  • Go to the Permissions tab in Microsoft 365 admin center to review and approve agent permissions.
  • Filter by risk level to prioritize oversight where needed.
    Why This Matters:
    Business Impact:
    Strengthens compliance and governance while accelerating agent deployment.
    Personal Impact:
    Simplifies decision-making for IT teams, saving hours of manual checks.
    Additional Resources:
    Learn:
    Agent Registry in the Microsoft 365 admin center

Microsoft 365 Copilot Studio

• Control org-wide agent sharing from one place [Web]
  Admins now have granular control over whether agents built in Agent Builder can be shared with links that work for anyone in the organization, ensuring policies are followed.
  Details:
  What changed:
  Admins can restrict or disable organization-wide sharing of agents built in Agent Builder.
  Why:
  This strengthens governance, prevents agent sprawl, and supports safe adoption at scale.
  Try this:
  • In Microsoft 365 admin center, go to Agents > Settings > Sharing and configure who can share agent links that work for anyone in the organization.
    Why this matters:
    Business Impact:
    Strengthens governance, prevents oversharing, and supports compliance as agent adoption needs evolve.
    Personal Impact:
    Gives admins confidence and transparency when scaling adoption. Makers receive clear guidance on enforced admin sharing policies
    Additional Resources:
    Learn:
    Sharing
    Demo:
    Admin control for org-wide agent sharing links
    Blog:
    Manage and govern at scale

Microsoft 365 PowerPoint

• Reference Loop or Page in presentations [Mac, Windows, Web]
  When building a presentation with Copilot, you can now pull in content from Loop components or pages for fully integrated and up-to-date slides.
  Roadmap ID: 500864
  Details:
  What changed:
  Copilot for PowerPoint supports referencing Loop components and pages across PC, Mac, and web.
  Why:
  Ensures your presentations reflect the latest collaborative content without manual copy-paste.
  Try this:
  • Ask Copilot: "Create a status update deck using the project details from our Loop page."
    Why this matters:
    Business Impact:
    Align updates across teams without tedious content migration.
    Personal Impact:
    Save time by reusing the content you already co-created, in just one step.

Microsoft 365 SharePoint

• Copilot skills for smarter SharePoint administration [Web]
  Use Copilot to get step-by-step guidance for admin tasks and advanced site searches based on multiple criteria—all from the SharePoint admin center.
  Roadmap ID: 501455
  Details:
  What changed:
  Added two major skills:
  • Guided task instructions (for example, fixing over-permissioned sites)
  • Multi-criteria search for sites (for example, inactive + shared externally)
    Why:
    Improves efficiency and accuracy in managing large SharePoint environments.
    Try this:
  • Ask Copilot: "Find all inactive sites over 60 days shared externally."
  • Prompt: "Show me steps to reduce permissions for over-shared sites."
    Why this matters:
    Business Impact:
    Reduces security risk and speeds workload management.
    Personal Impact:
    Saves admins hours of navigating settings—answers are instant.
    Additional Resources:
    Learn:
    Copilot skills in SharePoint admin centers

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Updates released between November 12, 2025, and November 24, 2025.

Microsoft 365 admin center

• Monitor Copilot usage with Capacity Packs [Mac]

  Prepay for Copilot message consumption with Capacity Packs and track usage easily—reducing unexpected billing surprises.

• Reassign agent ownership with full control [Windows, Web]

  Admins can now transfer ownership of shared agents, granting the new owner full edit and delete permissions and revoking all access from the previous owner.

• Restrict org-wide agent sharing for better governance [Web]

  Manage who can create org-wide sharing links for Copilot Studio agents to maintain tighter organizational control.

Microsoft 365 Copilot app

• Customize audio overviews for Copilot notebooks [Web]

  Personalize the content and tone of audio summaries from your Copilot notebooks by using natural language input.

Microsoft 365 Copilot Chat

• Access shared mailboxes in Copilot Chat [Android, Windows, iOS, Mac, Web]

  Copilot Chat now connects to shared mailboxes, so team-based conversations are more informed and collaborative.

• Find files faster with improved Copilot Chat filters [Windows, Web]

  Use new file type and people refiners in Copilot Chat to quickly get to the right file without sifting through results.

• Talk to Copilot with voice for faster hands-free work [Android, Windows, iOS, Mac, Web]

  Speak to Copilot naturally on mobile or desktop to prepare for meetings,brainstorm ideas, or catch up on work—hands-free and grounded in work data.

Microsoft 365 Copilot extensibility

• Access Custom engine Agents on Microsoft 365 Copilot chat on mobile [Android, iOS]

  You can now interact with your organization's custom engine agents directly from your mobile device (iOS and Android), making Copilot even more adaptable to your workflows on the go.

• Enhanced search in Agent Store for easier discovery [Windows, Web]

  Finding the right agents in the Copilot Agent Store just got faster and smarter. Enjoy a streamlined search experience with typeahead suggestions and a clean results page.

• Export detailed agent metadata for better governance [Web]

  Inventory exports now include richer metadata like capabilities, data sources, and creator details—empowering better auditing and lifecycle control.

• Support Message Extensions as Declarative Agents on Mobile [Android, iOS]

  Stay productive on the move with support for message extensions as declarative agents in Copilot on iOS and Android.

• Unified permissions management for agents [Windows, Web]

  View detailed permissions for each Copilot agent in one place—including app dependencies, delegated permissions, and associated risks.

Microsoft 365 Copilot Studio

• Control org-wide agent sharing from one place [Web]

  Admins now have granular control over whether agents built in Agent Builder can be shared with links that work for anyone in the organization.

Microsoft 365 PowerPoint

• Reference Loop or Page in presentations [Mac, Windows, Web]

  When building a presentation with Copilot, you can now pull in content from Loop components or pages for fully integrated and up-to-date slides.

Microsoft 365 SharePoint

• Copilot skills for smarter SharePoint administration [Web]

  Use Copilot to get step-by-step guidance for admin tasks and advanced site searches based on multiple criteria—all from the SharePoint Admin Center.

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Copilot extensibility

• Custom Agents can be used from inside of Office Applications [Web]
  Certainly! Supporting Custom Engine Agents inside Office applications offers numerous advantages that significantly enhance user experience and productivity. Firstly, it allows for highly tailored automation and customization, enabling users to create and deploy agents that cater specifically to their unique workflows and business needs.
  This flexibility can lead to more efficient processes and reduced manual effort. Secondly, Custom Engine Agents can integrate seamlessly with existing Office functionalities, providing a cohesive and unified user experience. This integration ensures that users can leverage the full power of Office applications while benefiting from the specialized capabilities of their current agents.
  Additionally, these agents can help in automating repetitive tasks, improving accuracy, and freeing up time for more strategic activities. Overall, the support for Custom Engine Agents within Office applications empowers users to optimize their work environment, drive innovation, and achieve higher levels of productivity.
  Learn more.

• Copilot Studio

  • Quarantine and block unsecured agents [Web]
    Improve security and compliance by using PowerShell to quarantine Copilot agents that don’t meet policy requirements. This gives admins more control to prevent risks while investigating and resolving issues without disrupting business operations
    Learn more.

• Excel

  • Build and analyze surveys with ease using Surveys Agent [Windows, Mac, Web]
    Let Surveys Agent handle the heavy lifting—from writing questions to launching surveys and breaking down results. It's like having a professional researcher inside Copilot, helping you make quick, data-driven decisions.
    Learn more.

• Microsoft 365 admin center

  • Block SharePoint agents from Agents and connectors page [Web]
    Administrators have the ability to oversee SharePoint agents as shared applications within the Agents & connectors section (formerly known as integrated apps) of the Microsoft 365 admin center. They can access a list of all shared SharePoint agents and have the option to block or unblock agents from being utilized on M365 Copilot.
    Learn more.
  • New Enhancements in Organizational Data Ingestion in Microsoft 365 [Web]
    Experience a powerful upgrade with new attribute access and mapping, connectors, and a dedicated admin role. Streamline data ingestion from multiple sources to Viva Insights and Glint, simplifying data management and enhancing workflow efficiency.

• Microsoft 365 Copilot Chat

  • RSVP status-based meeting search in Copilot Chat [Android, Windows, Web]
    Roadmap:
    499429
    Quickly find meetings based on RSVP status—either your own or others’. This feature helps you stay organized by surfacing RSVP details for upcoming events, so you can track commitments and follow up with attendees.
    Try This:
    Open Microsoft 365 Chat.
    Enter queries like:
    ◦ “Meetings I accepted this week”
    ◦ “Meetings I have not RSVPed this week”
    ◦ “Who all have accepted the Scrum meeting?”
    View results showing RSVP details for yourself or attendees.
    Business or Personal Impact:
    Business:
    Improves meeting management and accountability by enabling quick visibility into attendee responses, reducing missed follow-ups.
    Personal:
    Helps you stay on top of your schedule and commitments without manually checking each calendar invite.
  • Iterate on images with multi-turn editing [Windows, Mac, Web]
    Copilot Chat now makes visual creation more flexible and intuitive. Upload reference images, edit them step by step, and maintain consistency across versions—perfect for refining designs for presentations, social posts, or print.
    Learn more.
  • Updated UI for the Copilot Chat Navigation Pane in Teams [Web]
    The navigation pane has been repositioned from the right side to the left, offering a more intuitive layout. Despite the shift, it continues to host agents and conversation history, ensuring continuity in user experience. This redesign introduces new features, including access to the "All Conversations" page, which provides a comprehensive view of chat history. The change aims to enhance usability and streamline navigation within Copilot Chat.

• Microsoft 365 Copilot Studio

  • Upload up to 1000 files for SharePoint and OneDrive training [Web]
    Makers can now upload up to 1000 documents per agent when building custom Copilot experiences—five times the previous limit—making it easier to create well-informed, specialized solutions.
    Learn more.

• Outlook

  • Intelligent Draft Agenda with Copilot [Web]
    Meetings are more successful with agendas. They align everyone on meeting goals, get the right people to attend, and keep discussions focused, leading to more productive and effective work. With Intelligent Draft Agenda, Copilot helps you create agendas for your meetings and streamlines your workday. When creating or editing an event in Calendar, Copilot will propose an agenda, ready for you to review, edit, and send as part of your meeting invite.
    Learn more.

• PowerPoint

  • Create new presentations without overwriting your original [Windows, Mac, Web]
    When you use Copilot to generate a presentation from an existing one, it now creates a separate file—keeping your original content safe for future use. Perfect for creating tailored decks without starting from scratch.
    Learn more.

• Viva Insights

  • Copilot Chat (Web) in Teams & Outlook metrics [Windows, Web]
    Copilot Analytics users can now view metrics about their Copilot Chat (Web) usage in Teams and Outlook. These updates enable users to better understand both active usage and action counts in Teams and Outlook and will be available in the Copilot Dashboard, as well as with additional query support.
    Learn more.

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