481512 – Microsoft Copilot (Microsoft 365): SharePoint agent web part

Product:

Copilot, SharePoint

Platform:

Web, World tenant

Status:

Launched

Change type:

Links:

MC1131063

Details:

SharePoint site page authors can add SharePoint agents to their pages with an agent web part, allowing end users to easily access and interact with SharePoint agents directly from the site pages.

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Release Phase:
General Availability

Created:
2025-05-02

updated:
2025-08-29

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summary for non-techies**

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explanation for non-techies**

Imagine your office has a new assistant who can help you find documents, answer questions, and even perform tasks without you having to leave your desk. This assistant is always available, right there on your computer screen, ready to help you with whatever you need. In the world of Microsoft 365, this assistant is called Microsoft Copilot, and it can now be integrated directly into SharePoint site pages through something called a "SharePoint agent web part."

Think of a SharePoint site as a digital bulletin board or library where your team stores and shares important information and documents. Now, with the addition of the SharePoint agent web part, it's like having a helpful guide stationed at this library. This guide, or agent, can assist you in navigating the information, answering your questions, and performing specific tasks directly from the site pages.

For example, if you're looking for a specific policy document or need to know the steps for a particular process, you can interact with the SharePoint agent. It's similar to having a conversation with a knowledgeable colleague who knows exactly where everything is and how it works. This makes it easier for everyone to access the information they need without having to search through multiple folders or pages.

This integration is designed to streamline your workflow, saving time and reducing the effort needed to find and use information. It's like having a personal assistant embedded in your digital workspace, making your day-to-day tasks more efficient and less time-consuming.