510100 – Microsoft 365 app: Add Search results as references to your Copilot Notebooks in the M365 Copilot app

Product:

Copilot

Platform:

Web, Windows Desktop, World tenant

Status:

In development

Change type:

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Details:

Users can quickly add a Search result as a reference to a Copilot Notebook within the M365 Copilot app.

Change Category:
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Release Phase:
General Availability

Created:
2025-10-04

updated:
2025-10-04

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summary for non-techies**

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Direct effects for Operations**

User Experience Degradation
If the new search results feature is implemented without proper preparation, users may experience confusion or frustration due to unexpected changes in the interface or functionality, leading to decreased productivity.
   - roles: End Users, Support Staff
   - references: https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoft-365/blog/2023/10/01/introducing-microsoft-365-copilot/, https://www.forbes.com/sites/bernardmarr/2023/10/02/microsoft-365-copilot-what-you-need-to-know/

Increased Support Tickets
The introduction of the search results feature without adequate training or documentation may lead to an increase in support tickets as users struggle to adapt to the new functionality.
   - roles: IT Support, Help Desk Staff
   - references: https://www.techradar.com/news/microsoft-365-copilot-what-you-need-to-know, https://www.zdnet.com/article/microsoft-365-copilot-what-it-is-and-how-it-works/

Configutation Options**

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explanation for non-techies**

Imagine you're working on a legal case or a business project, and you have a trusty assistant who helps you gather all the information you need. This assistant is very organized and keeps a notebook where they jot down important details, references, and sources. Now, think of the Microsoft 365 Copilot app as that assistant, but in a digital form.

The new feature in the Microsoft 365 Copilot app allows you to add search results directly as references to your Copilot Notebook. Picture this like clipping an article from a newspaper and pasting it into your physical notebook for future reference. When you search for information, whether it's legal precedents, business strategies, or HR policies, and find something useful, you can easily save it in your digital notebook. This makes it easier to keep track of relevant information without having to manually copy and paste or jot down notes separately.

This feature is available on both desktop and web versions of the Microsoft 365 app, making it accessible whether you're in the office or working remotely. It's like having a portable filing cabinet that you can access anytime, anywhere, ensuring that you have all the necessary references at your fingertips when you need them.

In summary, this new capability in the Microsoft 365 Copilot app streamlines the process of gathering and organizing information, much like how a personal assistant would help you manage your workload efficiently.