516044 – Microsoft Copilot (Microsoft 365): Metadata understanding support for queries scoped to SharePoint document libraries or folders

Product:

Copilot, Microsoft 365 Copilot, SharePoint

Platform:

Online, Web, World tenant

Status:

Rolling out

Change type:

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Details:

We’re introducing column metadata support for queries in Microsoft 365 Copilot when a SharePoint library or folder is attached or its URL is provided. This enhancement improves contextual relevance by enabling Copilot to leverage additional metadata from the selected library, delivering more accurate and meaningful results.

Change Category:
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Scope:
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Release Phase:
General Availability

Created:
2025-10-18

updated:
2026-02-26

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MS workload name

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summary for non-techies**

Microsoft 365 Copilot now enhances SharePoint document searches by utilizing metadata, similar to a librarian's guidance, to provide more accurate and efficient search results.

Direct effects for Operations**

Inaccurate Search Results
Without proper preparation, users may receive irrelevant or inaccurate search results when querying SharePoint document libraries, leading to confusion and inefficiency.
   - roles: End Users, Content Managers
   - references: https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoft-365/blog/2023/10/01/introducing-microsoft-365-copilot-in-sharepoint/

Increased Support Tickets
The introduction of new features without adequate training or documentation may lead to an increase in support tickets as users struggle to adapt to the changes, impacting IT support resources.
   - roles: IT Support Staff, End Users
   - references: https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoft-365/blog/2023/10/01/introducing-microsoft-365-copilot-in-sharepoint/

Configutation Options**

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explanation for non-techies**

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