496596 – Microsoft Copilot (Microsoft 365): Content Sources in Copilot Chat

Product:

Copilot

Platform:

Web, Windows Desktop, World tenant

Status:

In development

Change type:

Links:

MC1127230

Details:

Users will able to select content sources on Copilot Chat. When users select content sources the responses generated will be limited to content from the selected sources.

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Release Phase:
General Availability

Created:
2025-06-13

updated:
2026-01-16

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summary for non-techies**

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explanation for non-techies**

Imagine you are in a library with thousands of books. You want to find information on a specific topic, but instead of browsing through every book, you ask the librarian to help. The librarian can either search through the entire library or just a specific section that you choose, like the history or science section. This way, the information you get is more relevant to what you're looking for.

In the digital world, Microsoft Copilot Chat works similarly. It’s like having a digital librarian. When you use Copilot Chat, you can choose which "sections" or content sources it should look into. These content sources could be documents, emails, or other data within your Microsoft 365 environment. By selecting specific sources, you ensure that the responses you receive are focused and relevant, much like asking the librarian to only check the history section for your query.

This feature is useful because it helps streamline the information retrieval process, making it quicker and more efficient. Instead of sifting through all available data, you can narrow down the search to the most pertinent sources. This can be particularly beneficial in a business setting where time is valuable, and precise information is often needed quickly.

So, just like in a library where you direct the librarian to a specific section, in Copilot Chat, you direct the tool to specific content sources, ensuring that the information you receive is tailored to your needs.