558440 – Microsoft Copilot (Microsoft 365): Chose Anthropic models when editing with Copilot in Word

Product:

Copilot, Microsoft 365 Apps

Platform:

Web, World tenant

Status:

In development

Change type:

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Details:

You can choose to select Anthropic models, in addition to OpenAI models, when editing a Word document using Copilot.

Change Category:
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Release Phase:
General Availability

Created:
2026-03-11

updated:
2026-03-11

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summary for non-techies**

Microsoft's Copilot tool in Microsoft 365 now allows users to choose between Anthropic and OpenAI models for editing Word documents, providing flexibility to tailor AI assistance to specific editing needs.

Direct effects for Operations**

Model Selection Impact
Choosing Anthropic models may lead to unexpected behavior in document editing, as the model's understanding and response style may differ from OpenAI's, potentially confusing users.
   - roles: Content Creators, Editors
   - references: https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoft-365/blog/2023/10/01/introducing-microsoft-copilot-in-word/, https://www.techradar.com/news/microsoft-copilot-what-it-is-and-how-it-works

User Experience Disruption
Switching to a different AI model without preparation can disrupt user workflows, as users may need to adapt to new functionalities or limitations of the Anthropic model.
   - roles: End Users, IT Support
   - references: https://www.zdnet.com/article/microsoft-copilot-in-word-what-you-need-to-know/, https://www.forbes.com/sites/bernardmarr/2023/10/02/microsoft-copilot-in-word-what-you-need-to-know/

Configutation Options**

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explanation for non-techies**

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