499423 – Microsoft Edge: Ground Microsoft 365 Copilot Chat in Edge for Business in your open OneDrive and SharePoint documents

Product:

Copilot, Copilot Chat, Microsoft 365 Copilot, Microsoft Edge, OneDrive, SharePoint

Platform:

Web, World tenant

Status:

In development

Change type:

Links:

MC1187682

Details:

Get relevant answers and insights about your open cloud documents in Copilot Chat in Edge.

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Release Phase:
General Availability

Created:
2025-08-02

updated:
2026-01-16

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explanation for non-techies**

Imagine you're working on a legal document stored in a cloud service like OneDrive or SharePoint. You have several tabs open in your web browser, and you're trying to make sense of complex information or find specific details. Now, picture having a smart assistant sitting right there with you, ready to help you out. This is what Microsoft 365 Copilot Chat in Microsoft Edge for Business aims to do.

Think of it like having a knowledgeable colleague who knows exactly where to find the information you need in your open documents. Instead of flipping through pages or searching manually, you can ask this assistant questions directly. It will pull relevant answers and insights from your documents, saving you time and effort.

For example, if you're reviewing a contract and need to understand a specific clause, you can ask Copilot Chat to explain it or find related information within your open documents. It's like having a librarian who knows your documents inside out and can quickly fetch the information you need.

This integration with Microsoft Edge means that while you're browsing or working online, the assistant is seamlessly available, enhancing your productivity without disrupting your workflow. It's a bit like having a GPS in your car that not only gives you directions but also provides information about your surroundings as you drive.

By grounding the Copilot Chat in your open OneDrive and SharePoint documents, Microsoft is making it easier for professionals to access the right information at the right time, directly within their web browser. This approach helps streamline tasks and makes navigating through complex documents more manageable, much like having a smart search engine tailored specifically to your current work context.