490549 – Microsoft Copilot (Microsoft 365): Researcher toggle in Copilot Chat

Product:

Copilot, Microsoft 365 Copilot

Platform:

Web, Windows Desktop, World tenant

Status:

Rolling out

Change type:

Links:

Details:

For users with a Microsoft 365 Copilot license, easily chat with Researcher in Copilot Chat using the new Researcher toggle in the input box.

Change Category:
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Scope:
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Release Phase:
General Availability

Created:
2025-05-09

updated:
2025-11-17

Docu to Check

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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
The introduction of the Researcher toggle in Copilot Chat without proper training may lead to confusion among users, resulting in decreased productivity as they struggle to adapt to the new feature.
   - roles: End Users, IT Support Staff
   - references: https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoft-365/blog/2023/10/01/introducing-microsoft-365-copilot-researcher-toggle/

Integration Issues
If the Researcher toggle is implemented without adequate preparation, it may cause integration issues with existing workflows, leading to potential data loss or miscommunication among teams.
   - roles: Project Managers, Data Analysts
   - references: https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoft-365/blog/2023/10/01/introducing-microsoft-365-copilot-researcher-toggle/

Configutation Options**

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explanation for non-techies**

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