513421 – Microsoft Copilot (Microsoft 365): Floating Copilot button in OneDrive

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check before: 2025-11-01

Product:

Copilot, Microsoft 365 Apps, OneDrive, Stream

Platform:

Web, World tenant

Status:

In development

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The floating Copilot button is a quick-access button that appears prominently in your OneDrive web interface. It’s your gateway to Copilot-powered actions —right where you need them. Instant Copilot Access: Ask questions about your files, summarize documents, or compare content—all without leaving OneDrive. Contextual Recommendations: The button will suggest helpful actions based on your file selection—like generating a status report from a file you've selected or generating a summary of a new file shared with you. Streamlined Navigation: No more hunting through menus; the Copilot floating button brings the most relevant tools to your fingertips.

Change Category:
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Release Phase:
General Availability

Created:
2025-11-17

updated:
2025-11-17

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summary for non-techies**

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Direct effects for Operations**

User Experience Disruption
The introduction of the floating Copilot button without proper user training may lead to confusion among users, resulting in decreased productivity as they struggle to adapt to the new interface and features.
   - roles: End Users, IT Support Staff
   - references: https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoft-365/blog/2023/10/01/introducing-microsoft-copilot-in-onedrive/, https://www.forbes.com/sites/bernardmarr/2023/10/02/microsoft-copilot-in-onedrive-what-you-need-to-know/

Increased Support Tickets
Without adequate preparation and communication regarding the new features, IT support may experience a surge in support tickets related to the Copilot button, leading to longer resolution times and user frustration.
   - roles: IT Support Staff, Help Desk Technicians
   - references: https://www.techradar.com/news/microsoft-copilot-in-onedrive-what-you-need-to-know, https://www.zdnet.com/article/microsoft-copilot-in-onedrive-what-it-means-for-users-and-it-teams/

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explanation for non-techies**

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