check before: 2025-03-01
Product:
Copilot, Microsoft 365 Copilot, Outlook
Platform:
Online, Web, Windows Desktop, World tenant
Status:
In development
Change type:
Admin impact, New feature, Updated message, User impact
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Details:
Summary:
Users will soon be able to search their past Microsoft 365 Copilot chat sessions starting early May 2025. This feature requires a Microsoft 365 Copilot license and will be available on both Windows desktop and web. No admin action is required, but users should be informed about the change.
Details:
Updated April 17, 2025: We have updated the rollout timeline below. Thank you for your patience.
Coming soon for Microsoft 365 Copilot: Users will be able to search their past Copilot chat sessions.
A Microsoft 365 Copilot license is required to use this feature. This message applies to the Microsoft 365 Copilot app for Windows desktop and to Microsoft 365 Copilot on the web.
This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 388371.
[When this will happen:]
General Availability (Worldwide): We will begin rolling out early May 2025 (previously early April) and expect to complete the rollout by mid-May 2025 (previously mid-April).
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Release Phase:
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Created:
2025-03-04
updated:
2025-04-18
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summary for non-techies**
The new update to Microsoft 365 Copilot introduces a search function that allows users to quickly find specific past chat sessions by typing in keywords, available to those with a Microsoft 365 Copilot license on Windows desktop and web platforms starting in May 2025.
Direct effects for Operations**
User Experience Improvement
Users will be able to search their past Copilot chat sessions, enhancing their ability to retrieve information quickly. Without preparation, users may be confused about the new feature and its functionality, leading to potential frustration during the transition period.
- roles: End Users, Support Staff
- references: https://learn.microsoft.com/copilot/manage#removing-access-to-microsoft-, https://www.microsoft.com/microsoft-365/roadmap?filters=&searchterms=388371
Training and Documentation Needs
The introduction of the search feature may require updates to training materials and user documentation. If users are not informed beforehand, they may struggle to utilize the new functionality effectively, leading to decreased productivity.
- roles: Training Coordinators, End Users
- references: https://learn.microsoft.com/copilot/manage#removing-access-to-microsoft-, https://www.microsoft.com/microsoft-365/roadmap?filters=&searchterms=388371
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change history
| Date | Property | old | new |
| 2025-04-18 | MC Last Updated | 03/20/2025 22:23:33 | 2025-04-17T23:43:40Z |
| 2025-04-18 | MC Messages | Updated March 20, 2025: We have updated the rollout timeline below. Thank you for your patience.
Coming soon for Microsoft 365 Copilot: Users will be able to search their past Copilot chat sessions. A Microsoft 365 Copilot license is required to use this feature. This message applies to the Microsoft 365 Copilot app for Windows desktop and to Microsoft 365 Copilot on the web. This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 388371. [When this will happen:] General Availability (Worldwide): We will begin rolling out early April 2025 (previously early March) and expect to complete the rollout by mid-April 2025 (previously mid-March). | Updated April 17, 2025: We have updated the rollout timeline below. Thank you for your patience.
Coming soon for Microsoft 365 Copilot: Users will be able to search their past Copilot chat sessions. A Microsoft 365 Copilot license is required to use this feature. This message applies to the Microsoft 365 Copilot app for Windows desktop and to Microsoft 365 Copilot on the web. This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 388371. [When this will happen:] General Availability (Worldwide): We will begin rolling out early May 2025 (previously early April) and expect to complete the rollout by mid-May 2025 (previously mid-April). |
| 2025-04-18 | MC End Time | 05/09/2025 09:00:00 | 2025-06-30T09:00:00Z |
| 2025-04-18 | MC Summary | Microsoft 365 Copilot will soon allow users to search past chat sessions by typing keywords. The rollout will begin in early April 2025 and complete by mid-April 2025. A Copilot license is required. The feature will be enabled by default, with no admin action needed. | Users will soon be able to search their past Microsoft 365 Copilot chat sessions starting early May 2025. This feature requires a Microsoft 365 Copilot license and will be available on both Windows desktop and web. No admin action is required, but users should be informed about the change. |
| 2025-03-21 | MC Messages | Coming soon for Microsoft 365 Copilot: Users will be able to search their past Copilot chat sessions.
A Microsoft 365 Copilot license is required to use this feature. This message applies to the Microsoft 365 Copilot app for Windows desktop and to Microsoft 365 Copilot on the web. This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 388371. [When this will happen:] General Availability (Worldwide): We will begin rolling out early March 2025 and expect to complete the rollout by mid-March 2025. | Updated March 20, 2025: We have updated the rollout timeline below. Thank you for your patience.
Coming soon for Microsoft 365 Copilot: Users will be able to search their past Copilot chat sessions. A Microsoft 365 Copilot license is required to use this feature. This message applies to the Microsoft 365 Copilot app for Windows desktop and to Microsoft 365 Copilot on the web. This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 388371. [When this will happen:] General Availability (Worldwide): We will begin rolling out early April 2025 (previously early March) and expect to complete the rollout by mid-April 2025 (previously mid-March). |
| 2025-03-21 | MC Title | Microsoft 365 Copilot: Users can search Copilot Chat sessions | (Updated) Microsoft 365 Copilot: Users can search Copilot Chat sessions |
| 2025-03-21 | MC Last Updated | 03/04/2025 01:37:20 | 2025-03-20T22:23:33Z |
| 2025-03-21 | MC MessageTagNames | New feature, User impact, Admin impact | Updated message, New feature, User impact, Admin impact |
| 2025-03-21 | MC Summary | Users will soon be able to search past Copilot chat sessions in Microsoft 365 Copilot. This feature requires a Microsoft 365 Copilot license and will be available on Windows desktop and the web. The rollout starts in early March 2025 and completes by mid-March 2025. | Microsoft 365 Copilot will soon allow users to search past chat sessions by typing keywords. The rollout will begin in early April 2025 and complete by mid-April 2025. A Copilot license is required. The feature will be enabled by default, with no admin action needed. |
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