MC1173931 – (Updated) Copilot Pages: New feature—M365 Copilot Chat can now answer questions about the currently open page

Product:

Copilot, Copilot Chat, Microsoft 365 Copilot, Microsoft Loop

Platform:

Online, Web, World tenant

Status:

Rolling out

Change type:

New feature, Updated message, User impact

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Details:

Summary:
M365 Copilot Chat will soon answer questions about the currently open Copilot Pages content, enhancing workflow by providing contextual answers side-by-side. Rolling out worldwide from October 2025 to February 2026, the feature is on by default and respects existing admin policies.

Details:
Updated December 16, 2025: We have updated the timeline. Thank you for your patience.
[Introduction]
We're introducing a new capability in Copilot Pages that allows Copilot Chat to answer questions based on the contents of the currently open page. This enhancement supports more efficient workflows by enabling users to get contextual answers directly within the side-by-side Chat experience, without needing to switch views or search manually.
[When this will happen:]
General Availability (Worldwide): We will begin rolling out in early October 2025 and expect to complete by early February 2026 (previously early November 2025).

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General Availability

Created:
2025-10-17

updated:
2025-12-18

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Direct effects for Operations**

User Confusion
Users may be confused about how to effectively use the new Copilot Chat feature without proper training or documentation updates, leading to frustration and decreased productivity.
   - roles: End Users, Helpdesk Staff
   - references: https://support.microsoft.com/topic/get-started-with-microsoft-365-copilot-pages-6674bd51-9ff5-42c4-9256-44d9428a726f" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">https://support.microsoft.com/topic/get-started-with-microsoft-365-copilot-pages-6674bd51-9ff5-42c4-9256-44d9428a726f, https://learn.microsoft.com/microsoft-365/loop/cpcn-admin-configuration?view=o365-worldwide

Increased Support Tickets
The introduction of the new feature without adequate preparation may lead to an increase in support tickets as users encounter issues or have questions about the functionality.
   - roles: Helpdesk Staff, IT Support
   - references: https://learn.microsoft.com/microsoft-365/loop/cpcn-compliance-summary?view=o365-worldwide, https://support.microsoft.com/topic/get-started-with-microsoft-365-copilot-pages-6674bd51-9ff5-42c4-9256-44d9428a726f" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">https://support.microsoft.com/topic/get-started-with-microsoft-365-copilot-pages-6674bd51-9ff5-42c4-9256-44d9428a726f

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explanation for non-techies**

Microsoft is introducing a new feature in its Copilot Pages, which will allow users to ask questions about the content of the page they are currently viewing. Imagine you're reading a document and you have a personal assistant sitting next to you. Whenever you have a question about what you're reading, you can just ask your assistant, and they will provide you with an answer based on the document's content. This is similar to what the new Copilot Chat feature will do.

The feature is designed to make your workflow more efficient by giving you contextual answers without the need to switch views or search manually. It's like having a conversation with a knowledgeable colleague who knows exactly what you're working on at that moment.

This feature will be available to users who have access to Copilot in Microsoft 365 and use Copilot Pages and Copilot Chat in a side-by-side mode. It's set to roll out worldwide from October 2025 to February 2026 and will be enabled by default.

There's no need to worry about compliance or policy changes, as the feature respects existing admin policies and maintains the same compliance capabilities as the current Microsoft 365 Copilot Pages experience.

For those managing helpdesk and support, it's important to communicate this change and update any internal documentation or training materials that reference Copilot Pages or Chat functionality. This will ensure that users understand how to use the new feature effectively.

In summary, this update is like upgrading your office assistant to be more in tune with your current tasks, making it easier to get the information you need without interrupting your workflow.