506752 – Microsoft Copilot (Microsoft 365): Data source specific filters

Product:

Copilot, Microsoft 365 Copilot, Outlook, SharePoint

Platform:

Android, iOS, Web, Windows Desktop, World tenant

Status:

Rolling out

Change type:

Links:

MC1193413

Details:

We are introducing a dynamic filtering experience in Microsoft 365 Copilot search that empowers users to refine their results more precisely by leveraging data source-specific filters in the right rail. When a user selects a data source from the right rail, such as Outlook, SharePoint, Jira, or Copilot Chats, the interface dynamically presents a tailored set of filters specific to that source. These refiners allow users to narrow down results based on attributes unique to the selected data source, such as item type, status, or semantic labels.

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Release Phase:
General Availability, Preview, Targeted Release

Created:
2025-11-17

updated:
2025-12-18

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summary for non-techies**

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explanation for non-techies**

Imagine you're searching for a book in a large library. In the past, you might have only been able to look for books by their titles or authors. But now, with the new Microsoft 365 Copilot search feature, it's like having a librarian who can instantly guide you to exactly what you need by asking more specific questions. For instance, you could ask for books published in a certain year, written in a particular language, or belonging to a specific genre.

This new feature in Microsoft 365 Copilot allows users to refine their search results using filters that are specific to the data source they are looking at. Think of it as having different sets of criteria for different sections of the library. If you're searching in Outlook, you might filter emails by sender or date. In SharePoint, you might look for documents by their type or status. Each data source, like Outlook or SharePoint, has its own unique set of filters, much like how each section of the library has its own system for organizing books.

This tailored filtering system is available across various platforms, whether you're using a desktop, a mobile device, or accessing it via the web. It makes finding the right information faster and more efficient, just like how a good librarian helps you find the right book without having to search through every shelf.