check before: 2025-03-31
Product:
Copilot, Microsoft 365 Apps, Microsoft 365 Copilot
Platform:
Mac, Online, Web, Windows Desktop, World tenant
Status:
In development
Change type:
Feature update, Updated message, User impact
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Details:
Summary:
Microsoft Designer will be integrated into Microsoft 365 Copilot, providing Copilot users with design suggestions. The rollout will occur automatically by March 31, 2025, for Windows and April 2025 for Mac. Non-Copilot users will continue to access Designer as usual. No admin action is required.
Details:
Updated March 20, 2025: We have updated the rollout timeline below. Thank you for your patience.
For users with a Microsoft 365 Copilot license, Microsoft Designer will soon be part of Microsoft 365 Copilot as Copilot suggestions. Copilot users will see suggested ideas from Copilot in addition to the Designer layouts available today to any Microsoft 365 user.
This message explains how to find Designer after the change, for Copilot users. Note: Designer will continue to be available for non-Copilot users, as it is today.
This message applies to Microsoft 365 Copilot on Windows desktop and Mac desktop and to Microsoft PowerPoint on Windows desktop and Mac desktop.
This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 484843.
[When this will happen:]
General Availability (Worldwide): This change will happen automatically with these three builds:
Microsoft 365 Copilot for Windows desktop build 16.0.18526.20000 (planned for release March 31, 2025)
Microsoft 365 Copilot for Mac desktop build 16.95.25030315 (planned for release in April)
This feature will also be coming to Microsoft 365 Copilot for the web. We will update this post in the future with the build number and release date.
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Release Phase:
General Availability
Created:
2025-03-14
updated:
2025-03-21
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Direct effects for Operations**
Integration of Microsoft Designer into Copilot
Users may experience confusion regarding the new location and access method for Designer within PowerPoint, leading to potential delays in workflow and productivity.
- roles: End Users, Content Creators
- references: https://support.microsoft.com/office/get-slide-design-ideas-48569ecc-bf00-424c-8f98-77d3a962efed, https://www.microsoft.com/microsoft-365/roadmap?searchterms=484843
Automatic rollout of new features
Without prior notification, users may be unprepared for changes in functionality, resulting in frustration and decreased user satisfaction.
- roles: End Users, IT Support
- references: https://support.microsoft.com/topic/21521084-0c21-4471-bec1-a286a2f70b9f, https://support.microsoft.com/topic/5818dd36-c5e5-4d6e-a928-918b0a265c20
Changes in user interface
The introduction of new suggestions and layout options may overwhelm users who are accustomed to the previous interface, leading to a learning curve and potential errors in presentations.
- roles: End Users, Trainers
- references: https://support.microsoft.com/topic/6f0ec776-cc58-4d0c-baab-051ba837b7a0, https://support.microsoft.com/topic/e54c0ec3-399a-41bd-b924-301abd7f115d
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Opportunities**
Enhanced User Experience with Integrated Design Suggestions
The integration of Microsoft Designer into Microsoft 365 Copilot allows users to access tailored design suggestions directly within PowerPoint. This streamlines the design process, making it easier for users to create visually appealing presentations without needing extensive design skills.
- next-steps: Conduct user training sessions to familiarize employees with the new design suggestions feature and gather feedback to optimize the user experience further.
- roles: Marketing Teams, Sales Teams, Content Creators
- references: https://support.microsoft.com/office/get-slide-design-ideas-48569ecc-bf00-424c-8f98-77d3a962efed, https://www.microsoft.com/microsoft-365/roadmap?searchterms=484843
Increased Productivity through AI-Driven Suggestions
With Copilot's AI-driven suggestions, users can expect to save time on presentation creation. The tool will provide relevant templates and design ideas based on content, reducing the effort required to format slides effectively.
- next-steps: Measure the time spent on presentation creation before and after the rollout to quantify productivity gains and adjust workflows accordingly.
- roles: Project Managers, Executives, Training and Development Teams
- references: https://support.microsoft.com/topic/21521084-0c21-4471-bec1-a286a2f70b9f, https://support.microsoft.com/topic/5818dd36-c5e5-4d6e-a928-918b0a265c20
Streamlined IT Administration with Minimal Intervention
The automatic rollout of Designer integration into Copilot requires no administrative action, reducing the workload on IT teams. This allows IT personnel to focus on other critical tasks while ensuring users have access to the latest tools.
- next-steps: Review current IT policies and documentation to ensure they reflect the changes and communicate any necessary updates to the users, enhancing overall service delivery.
- roles: IT Administrators, Helpdesk Support, Operations Managers
- references: https://support.microsoft.com/topic/6f0ec776-cc58-4d0c-baab-051ba837b7a0, https://support.microsoft.com/topic/83789fcb-f1ae-4703-b1b4-9c97259f592b
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change history
| Date | Property | old | new |
| 2025-03-21 | MC MessageTagNames | Feature update, User impact | Updated message, Feature update, User impact |
| 2025-03-21 | MC Summary | Microsoft Designer will be integrated into Microsoft 365 Copilot, requiring a Copilot license. This change applies to Windows and Mac desktops and PowerPoint. The rollout will occur automatically by March 31, 2025. Users can still access Designer, and new documentation will be provided before the rollout. | Microsoft Designer will be integrated into Microsoft 365 Copilot, providing Copilot users with design suggestions. The rollout will occur automatically by March 31, 2025, for Windows and April 2025 for Mac. Non-Copilot users will continue to access Designer as usual. No admin action is required. |
| 2025-03-21 | MC Last Updated | 03/14/2025 01:21:36 | 2025-03-20T23:15:37Z |
| 2025-03-21 | MC Messages | Microsoft Designer will soon be part of Microsoft 365 Copilot. This message explains how to find Designer after the change.
A Microsoft 365 Copilot license is required to use this feature. This message applies to Microsoft 365 Copilot on Windows desktop and Mac desktop and to Microsoft PowerPoint on Windows desktop and Mac desktop. This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 484843. [When this will happen:] General Availability (Worldwide): This change will happen automatically with these three builds: Microsoft 365 Copilot for Windows desktop build 16.0.18526.20000 (planned for release March 31, 2025) Microsoft 365 Copilot for Mac desktop build 16.95.25030315 (planned for release March 31, 2025) This feature will also be coming to Microsoft 365 Copilot for the web. We will update this post in the future with the build number and release date. | Updated March 20, 2025: We have updated the rollout timeline below. Thank you for your patience.
For users with a Microsoft 365 Copilot license, Microsoft Designer will soon be part of Microsoft 365 Copilot as Copilot suggestions. Copilot users will see suggested ideas from Copilot in addition to the Designer layouts available today to any Microsoft 365 user. This message explains how to find Designer after the change, for Copilot users. Note: Designer will continue to be available for non-Copilot users, as it is today. This message applies to Microsoft 365 Copilot on Windows desktop and Mac desktop and to Microsoft PowerPoint on Windows desktop and Mac desktop. This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 484843. [When this will happen:] General Availability (Worldwide): This change will happen automatically with these three builds: Microsoft 365 Copilot for Windows desktop build 16.0.18526.20000 (planned for release March 31, 2025) Microsoft 365 Copilot for Mac desktop build 16.95.25030315 (planned for release in April) This feature will also be coming to Microsoft 365 Copilot for the web. We will update this post in the future with the build number and release date. |
| 2025-03-21 | MC Title | Microsoft Designer will be part of Microsoft 365 Copilot | (Updated) Microsoft Designer will be part of Microsoft 365 Copilot |
| 2025-03-21 | MC How Affect | Before and after this rollout: How to find Designer in Microsoft PowerPoint
On the Home tab of PowerPoint, any Microsoft 365 user can select Designer from the ribbon. Learn more: Get slide design ideas - Microsoft Support. Users will still be able to find Designer in PowerPoint after this rollout. After this rollout: How to find Designer in Copilot On the Home tab of PowerPoint, Copilot users will be able to select Copilot from the ribbon. Select Suggestions from the drop-down menu. Before rollout, we will update this post with new documentation. Copilot users will see suggested ideas from Copilot as well as the familiar Designer layouts available to any Microsoft 365 user. Users will not lose any existing Designer data: This change will be available by default for those with a Copilot license. Designer will continue to be available for non-Copilot users in PowerPoint as described in this message. | Before and after this rollout: How to find Designer in Microsoft PowerPoint
On the Home tab of PowerPoint, any Microsoft 365 user can select Designer from the ribbon. Learn more: Get slide design ideas - Microsoft Support. Non-Copilot users will still be able to find Designer in PowerPoint in this way, after this rollout. After this rollout: How to find Designer in Copilot On the Home tab of PowerPoint, Copilot users will be able to select Copilot from the ribbon. Select Suggestions from the drop-down menu. Before rollout, we will update this post with new documentation. Copilot users will see suggested ideas from Copilot as well as the familiar Designer layouts available to any Microsoft 365 user. Users will not lose any existing Designer data: This change will be available by default for those with a Copilot license. Designer will continue to be available for non-Copilot users in PowerPoint as described in this message. |
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