473459 – Microsoft Copilot (Microsoft 365): Copilot in Excel with Python for Web (archived)

Product:

Copilot, Microsoft 365 Apps

Platform:

Web, World tenant

Status:

Launched

Change type:

Links:

Details:

Using everyday language, ask Copilot to perform advanced analytics that would usually take you hours or is beyond your skillset like machine learning, predictive forecasting, and more. Copilot will write Python code for you and insert it on the grid, resulting in deeper insights and stunning visuals. Available on Excel for the Web in English, Simplified Chinese, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Brazilian Portuguese, and Spanish, with additional languages coming soon.

Change Category:
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Scope:
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Release Phase:
General Availability

Created:
2025-01-07

updated:
2025-03-17

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MS workload name

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summary for non-techies**

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Direct effects for Operations**

User Experience Disruption
Users may experience confusion and frustration if Copilot generates incorrect or unexpected Python code, leading to inaccurate data analysis and decision-making.
   - roles: Data Analysts, Business Users
   - references: https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoft-365/blog/2023/03/16/introducing-microsoft-365-copilot/, https://www.forbes.com/sites/bernardmarr/2023/03/20/what-is-microsoft-365-copilot-and-how-will-it-change-the-way-we-work/

Increased Support Requests
The introduction of Copilot without adequate training may lead to a surge in support requests as users struggle to understand how to effectively utilize the new feature.
   - roles: IT Support Staff, End Users
   - references: https://www.techradar.com/news/microsoft-365-copilot-is-a-game-changer-but-it-comes-with-risks, https://www.zdnet.com/article/microsoft-365-copilot-what-it-is-and-what-it-means-for-businesses/

Configutation Options**

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explanation for non-techies**

Imagine you're at a restaurant, and you have a personal chef who can whip up any dish you can think of, even if you don't know how to cook it yourself. You simply tell the chef what you're craving, and they handle all the complicated cooking techniques to deliver a delicious meal. Microsoft Copilot in Excel with Python for Web works in a similar way.

Instead of spending hours trying to analyze data or learn complex skills like machine learning or predictive forecasting, you can just ask Copilot to do it for you. Think of Copilot as your personal data chef. You describe what you need in simple terms, and Copilot writes the necessary Python code and places it directly into your Excel spreadsheet. This allows you to gain deeper insights and create impressive visuals without needing to understand the technical details of coding.

This feature is available in Excel for the Web and supports multiple languages, including English, Simplified Chinese, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Brazilian Portuguese, and Spanish, with more languages to be added soon. It's like having a multilingual chef who can understand your requests in different languages, making it accessible to a wide range of users worldwide.