501560 – Microsoft Copilot (Microsoft 365): Updates to video creation in Microsoft 365 Copilot

Product:

Copilot, Microsoft 365 Apps, Microsoft 365 Copilot, OneDrive

Platform:

Mac, Web, Windows Desktop, World tenant

Status:

Rolling out

Change type:

Links:

MC1158334

Details:

Quickly generate videos from a prompt, PowerPoint, PDF, or Word document with Create in the Microsoft 365 Copilot app—now with transcript-based editing, custom media from OneDrive, natural voiceovers, brand color integration, and a redesigned scene structure for faster, more professional storytelling.

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Release Phase:
General Availability, Targeted Release

Created:
2025-09-03

updated:
2025-10-08

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summary for non-techies**

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explanation for non-techies**

Microsoft has introduced new features to its Microsoft 365 Copilot app, making video creation more intuitive and efficient. Imagine Microsoft 365 Copilot as a personal assistant that helps you quickly turn your ideas into videos. It's like having a video editor in your pocket that can take a script or a document and transform it into a polished video presentation.

One of the key updates is the ability to generate videos from various sources like a PowerPoint presentation, a PDF, or a Word document. Think of it as giving Copilot a recipe, and it turns that recipe into a delicious dish, which in this case, is a video. You simply provide the content, and Copilot does the heavy lifting.

Transcript-based editing is another feature that allows you to edit videos by simply editing the text. Imagine you're editing a document, and as you change the words, the video updates automatically to match those changes. This makes it easier to ensure that the video content aligns perfectly with your message.

Custom media from OneDrive means you can personalize your videos with your own images, videos, or audio files stored in OneDrive. It's like having a scrapbook where you can pull in your favorite photos and clips to make your video more unique and tailored to your needs.

Natural voiceovers are like having a professional narrator read your script, making your video sound more engaging and polished. You don't need to worry about recording your voice; Copilot can generate a natural-sounding voiceover for you.

Brand color integration allows you to maintain your company's branding in your videos. It's similar to wearing a uniform that represents your brand; your videos will have a consistent look and feel that aligns with your organization's identity.

Lastly, the redesigned scene structure helps in organizing your video content more effectively, making storytelling faster and more professional. It's like rearranging the chapters of a book to ensure the story flows smoothly and keeps the audience engaged.

These updates aim to make video creation in Microsoft 365 Copilot more accessible and professional, helping users convey their messages more effectively through video.