498898 – Microsoft Copilot (Microsoft 365): [Copilot Extensibility] View Index browser, schema and errors for Custom Connectors on MAC

Product:

Copilot

Platform:

Developer, Web, World tenant

Status:

In development

Change type:

Links:

Details:

View index browser, schema, and the errors for custom connectors from the M365 Admin center for better troubleshooting.

Change Category:
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Release Phase:
General Availability, Targeted Release

Created:
2025-08-19

updated:
2025-08-19

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summary for non-techies**

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Direct effects for Operations**

User Experience Degradation
If the change is implemented without proper preparation, users may experience difficulties in accessing and utilizing the index browser and schema for custom connectors, leading to frustration and decreased productivity.
   - roles: End Users, IT Support Staff
   - references: https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoft-365/blog/2023/09/15/introducing-microsoft-copilot-in-microsoft-365/, https://techcommunity.microsoft.com/t5/microsoft-365-developer-blog/announcing-microsoft-copilot-in-microsoft-365/ba-p/3856780

Increased Support Tickets
The lack of preparation for the new features may result in a surge of support tickets related to troubleshooting custom connectors, overwhelming the IT support team and delaying response times.
   - roles: IT Support Staff, System Administrators
   - references: https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoft-365/blog/2023/09/15/introducing-microsoft-copilot-in-microsoft-365/, https://techcommunity.microsoft.com/t5/microsoft-365-developer-blog/announcing-microsoft-copilot-in-microsoft-365/ba-p/3856780

Configutation Options**

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explanation for non-techies**

Imagine you have a toolbox filled with various tools for different tasks. Each tool has a specific purpose, and sometimes you need to know exactly how each tool works to fix something effectively. In the world of Microsoft 365, the new feature for viewing the index browser, schema, and errors for custom connectors is like having a detailed manual for each tool in your toolbox.

When you're managing a team or handling HR tasks, you might encounter issues that require specific solutions. Similarly, in IT, custom connectors are like bridges that connect different software applications, allowing them to communicate and work together. These connectors can sometimes have issues, just like a tool might break or not work as expected.

The ability to view the index browser, schema, and errors for these custom connectors from the Microsoft 365 Admin center is like having a magnifying glass to closely inspect each tool. The index browser helps you see how the connectors are organized, much like a table of contents in a book. The schema is like the blueprint or design of the connector, showing you how it's supposed to function. And the error view is like a diagnostic report, highlighting any problems that need fixing.

For someone in a managerial or HR role, understanding this feature is akin to knowing that you have a reliable way to ensure all your tools are functioning correctly. It means that if there's a problem with the way different software applications are communicating, IT can quickly identify and address the issue, ensuring smooth operations across your organization. This feature enhances troubleshooting capabilities, much like having a clear set of instructions to resolve any tool-related issues in your toolbox.