555889 – Microsoft Copilot (Microsoft 365): Reference the content of a PowerPoint file when creating a presentation with Agent Mode in PowerPoint

Product:

Copilot, Microsoft 365 Apps

Platform:

Mac, World tenant

Status:

In development

Change type:

Links:

Details:

You can now reference the content of a PowerPoint file when creating a presentation with Copilot in PowerPoint using Agent Mode.

Change Category:
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Scope:
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Release Phase:
General Availability

Created:
2026-02-11

updated:
2026-02-11

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summary for non-techies**

Microsoft's new Agent Mode feature in PowerPoint, part of the Microsoft Copilot suite, allows users to seamlessly reference and incorporate content from existing presentations into new ones, enhancing efficiency and consistency for professionals.

Direct effects for Operations**

User Experience Degradation
If the change is implemented without preparation, users may experience confusion or frustration due to unexpected behavior in PowerPoint when referencing content, leading to decreased productivity.
   - roles: End Users, Content Creators
   - references: https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoft-365/blog/2023/10/01/introducing-microsoft-copilot-in-powerpoint/, https://www.techradar.com/news/microsoft-copilot-in-powerpoint-what-you-need-to-know

Increased Support Tickets
Unprepared changes may lead to a spike in support requests as users encounter issues with the new Copilot features, overwhelming IT support teams.
   - roles: IT Support Staff, Help Desk Agents
   - references: https://www.zdnet.com/article/microsoft-copilot-in-powerpoint-what-to-expect/, https://www.forbes.com/sites/johnkoetsier/2023/10/02/microsoft-copilot-in-powerpoint-is-here-what-you-need-to-know/

Configutation Options**

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explanation for non-techies**

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