497540 – Microsoft Copilot (Microsoft 365): Reference a PDF file when creating a slide with Copilot for PowerPoint (archived)

Product:

Copilot, Microsoft 365 Apps

Platform:

Windows Desktop, World tenant

Status:

Cancelled

Change type:

Links:

MC1130390

Details:

You can now reference a PDF file when you create a slide with Copilot in PowerPoint. This capability has been cancelled for now. We recognize its importance and plan to reintroduce it as part of upcoming Copilot enhancements in PowerPoint at a later time. No admin action needed.

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Release Phase:
General Availability

Created:
2025-07-01

updated:
2025-11-17

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explanation for non-techies**

Imagine you're preparing a presentation for a big case or a quarterly business review, and you have a PDF document filled with important data and insights. Traditionally, you might have had to manually sift through that PDF, extract the relevant information, and then painstakingly transfer it into your PowerPoint slides. This process can be time-consuming and prone to errors.

Now, think of Microsoft Copilot as your digital assistant, similar to how a paralegal or an administrative assistant might help you. With the new feature in Microsoft 365, Copilot can directly reference that PDF file while you're creating your slides in PowerPoint. It's like having someone who can instantly pull the right information from a file and place it exactly where you need it in your presentation.

This change simplifies the process by allowing you to incorporate data and insights from PDFs without the need for manual copying and pasting. It's akin to having a highly efficient assistant who knows exactly where to find the information you need and how to present it effectively. This not only saves time but also reduces the risk of missing or misrepresenting critical data.

By leveraging this feature, you can focus more on crafting your message and less on the mechanics of transferring information, much like how a lawyer or manager would prefer to concentrate on strategy rather than clerical tasks. This enhancement in Microsoft 365 aims to streamline your workflow, making it easier to create impactful presentations with the right information at your fingertips.