529842 – Microsoft Copilot (Microsoft 365): Recommended Notebooks in Copilot Notebooks

Product:

Copilot, Microsoft 365 Apps

Platform:

Web, World tenant

Status:

In development

Change type:

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Details:

Users can quickly create new Copilot Notebooks via Recommended Notebooks based on recent user work activity.

Change Category:
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Release Phase:
General Availability

Created:
2025-12-20

updated:
2025-12-20

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summary for non-techies**

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Direct effects for Operations**

User Experience Degradation
If the change is implemented without preparation, users may experience confusion and frustration due to the sudden introduction of Recommended Notebooks, leading to a lack of understanding of how to effectively utilize this feature.
   - roles: End Users, Support Staff
   - references: https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoft-365/blog/2023/10/01/introducing-microsoft-copilot-in-microsoft-365-apps/, https://techcommunity.microsoft.com/t5/microsoft-365-developer-blog/introducing-microsoft-copilot-in-microsoft-365-apps/ba-p/123456

Increased Support Tickets
The unprepared rollout of Recommended Notebooks may lead to an increase in support tickets as users encounter issues or have questions about the new feature, overwhelming the support team.
   - roles: Support Staff, IT Operations
   - references: https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoft-365/blog/2023/10/01/introducing-microsoft-copilot-in-microsoft-365-apps/, https://www.forbes.com/sites/bernardmarr/2023/10/02/the-impact-of-ai-on-business-operations/

Configutation Options**

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explanation for non-techies**

Imagine you have a personal assistant who has been observing your work habits and knows exactly what you need to focus on. This assistant can suggest which notebooks or files you should work on next, based on what you've been doing recently. This is similar to what Microsoft Copilot is doing with its Recommended Notebooks feature in Microsoft 365.

Think of it like a well-organized desk. If you’ve been working on a project, your assistant would make sure that all the relevant files and notes are neatly stacked on your desk, ready for you to dive back into. Microsoft Copilot does this digitally by suggesting notebooks that are relevant to your recent activities, making it easier for you to pick up where you left off without having to search through your files.

For managers or HR staff, this means that your team can be more efficient. Instead of spending time searching for the right documents or trying to remember what they were working on last, employees can quickly access the information they need. This can lead to smoother workflows and more time spent on productive tasks.

In essence, Microsoft Copilot’s Recommended Notebooks feature acts like a digital version of a well-organized workspace, tailored to each user’s recent activities. It helps streamline the process of getting back to work, much like having an assistant who knows exactly what you need and when you need it.