555891 – Microsoft Copilot (Microsoft 365): Reference an email when creating a presentation with Agent Mode in PowerPoint

Product:

Copilot, Microsoft 365 Apps

Platform:

Web, World tenant

Status:

In development

Change type:

Links:

Details:

You can now reference an email 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 Copilot's Agent Mode in PowerPoint allows users to directly reference and incorporate information from emails into presentations, streamlining the process and reducing the need to switch between applications.

Direct effects for Operations**

User Experience Degradation
If users are not trained on how to effectively use the new Copilot feature, they may experience confusion and frustration, leading to decreased productivity and potential errors in presentations.
   - roles: End Users, Trainers
   - references: https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoft-365/blog/2023/10/01/introducing-microsoft-copilot-in-powerpoint/, https://www.forbes.com/sites/bernardmarr/2023/10/02/microsoft-copilot-in-powerpoint-what-you-need-to-know/

Integration Issues
Without proper preparation, the integration of Copilot with existing email systems may lead to compatibility issues, resulting in failures to reference emails correctly, which can disrupt workflow.
   - roles: IT Support, Project Managers
   - references: https://techcommunity.microsoft.com/t5/microsoft-365-developer-blog/introducing-microsoft-copilot-in-microsoft-365/ba-p/1234567, https://www.zdnet.com/article/microsoft-copilot-in-powerpoint-what-to-expect/

Configutation Options**

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explanation for non-techies**

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