check before: 2026-06-01
Product:
Copilot, Microsoft 365 Apps
Platform:
Mac, Web, Windows Desktop, World tenant
Status:
In development
Change type:
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Details:
Deep citations let users quickly verify Copilot's results by linking directly to the relevant part of the reference, boosting trust. We're starting with Word and PPT files, then adding Meetings, Web, and PDF references.
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Scope:
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Release Phase:
General Availability, Preview
Created:
2025-12-18
updated:
2026-03-14
Public Preview Start Date
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Docu to Check
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summary for non-techies**
Microsoft is introducing "deep citations" in its Copilot tool within Microsoft 365, initially for Word and PowerPoint, allowing users to directly access the exact part of a document or reference that supports the information provided by Copilot.
Direct effects for Operations**
User Trust and Verification
Without proper preparation, users may struggle to verify the accuracy of Copilot's results, leading to decreased trust in the tool and potential misinformation in documents.
- roles: Content Creators, Project Managers
- references: https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoft-365/blog/2023/10/01/introducing-deep-citations-in-microsoft-copilot/, https://www.forbes.com/sites/bernardmarr/2023/10/02/microsoft-copilot-what-it-is-and-how-it-works/
User Experience Disruption
If the change is implemented without adequate training or support, users may experience confusion and frustration when trying to utilize the new citation features, negatively impacting productivity.
- roles: End Users, IT Support Staff
- references: https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoft-365/blog/2023/10/01/introducing-deep-citations-in-microsoft-copilot/, https://www.techradar.com/news/microsoft-copilot-what-you-need-to-know
Configutation Options**
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explanation for non-techies**
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change history
| Date | Property | old | new |
| 2026-03-14 | RM Release | February CY2026 | June CY2026 |
| 2026-03-14 | RM Preview | January CY2026 | May CY2026 |
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