check before: 2025-04-30
Product:
Copilot, Microsoft 365 Apps, Microsoft 365 Copilot
Platform:
Mac, Online, US Instances, Web, World tenant
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Change type:
Updated message, User impact
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Summary:
Microsoft PowerPoint users with a Microsoft 365 Copilot license will be able to reference PDF files when creating presentations. The rollout for this feature will begin in late April 2025 and complete by late May 2025. No admin action is required, but organizations should notify users and update documentation.
Details:
Updated April 18, 2025: After further review we have decided not to proceed with GCC at this time. We also have updated the rollout timeline below. We apologize for any inconvenience
When creating a presentation in Copilot for PowerPoint, users will be able to reference PDF files in addition to Microsoft Word files.
A Microsoft 365 Copilot license is required to use this feature.
This message applies to PowerPoint for Windows desktop, PowerPoint for Mac desktop, and PowerPoint on the web.
[When this will happen:]
General Availability (Worldwide) We will begin rolling out late April 2025 (previously mid-April) and expect to complete by late May 2025.
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2025-04-03
updated:
2025-04-19
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summary for non-techies**
Microsoft is adding a feature for PowerPoint users with a Microsoft 365 Copilot license to reference PDF files when creating presentations, with the rollout scheduled between late April and late May 2025, requiring no administrative action.
Direct effects for Operations**
User Experience with PDF Integration
Users may experience confusion or frustration if they are not informed about the new ability to reference PDF files, leading to potential misuse or underutilization of the feature.
- roles: End Users, Training Coordinators
- references: https://support.microsoft.com/office/create-a-new-presentation-with-copilot-in-powerpoint-3222ee03-f5a4-4d27-8642-9c387ab4854d
Documentation and Training Gaps
Without prior notification and updated documentation, users may struggle to adapt to the new feature, resulting in decreased productivity and increased support requests.
- roles: IT Support Staff, End Users
- references: https://support.microsoft.com/office/create-a-new-presentation-with-copilot-in-powerpoint-3222ee03-f5a4-4d27-8642-9c387ab4854d
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change history
| Date | Property | old | new |
| 2025-04-19 | MC Messages | Updated April 11, 2025: We have updated the content and rollout timeline below. Thank you for your patience.
When creating a presentation in Copilot for PowerPoint, users will be able to reference PDF files in addition to Microsoft Word files. A Microsoft 365 Copilot license is required to use this feature. This message applies to PowerPoint for Windows desktop, PowerPoint for Mac desktop, and PowerPoint on the web. [When this will happen:] Public Preview: Available now. General Availability (Worldwide, GCC) We will begin rolling out late April 2025 (previously mid-April) and expect to complete by late May 2025. | Updated April 18, 2025: After further review we have decided not to proceed with GCC at this time. We also have updated the rollout timeline below. We apologize for any inconvenience
When creating a presentation in Copilot for PowerPoint, users will be able to reference PDF files in addition to Microsoft Word files. A Microsoft 365 Copilot license is required to use this feature. This message applies to PowerPoint for Windows desktop, PowerPoint for Mac desktop, and PowerPoint on the web. [When this will happen:] General Availability (Worldwide) We will begin rolling out late April 2025 (previously mid-April) and expect to complete by late May 2025. |
| 2025-04-19 | MC Last Updated | 04/11/2025 16:35:46 | 2025-04-18T20:29:20Z |
| 2025-04-19 | MC Summary | Users can now reference PDF files when creating presentations with Microsoft 365 Copilot for PowerPoint. This feature requires a Microsoft 365 Copilot license and is available in preview now, with general availability starting late April 2025. No admin action is required before the rollout. | Microsoft PowerPoint users with a Microsoft 365 Copilot license will be able to reference PDF files when creating presentations. The rollout for this feature will begin in late April 2025 and complete by late May 2025. No admin action is required, but organizations should notify users and update documentation. |
| 2025-04-12 | MC Messages | Updated April 9, 2025: We have updated the content and rollout timeline below. Thank you for your patience.
When creating a presentation in Copilot for PowerPoint, users will be able to reference PDF files in addition to Microsoft Word files. A Microsoft 365 Copilot license is required to use this feature. This message applies to PowerPoint for Windows desktop, PowerPoint for Mac desktop, and PowerPoint on the web. [When this will happen:] Public Preview: Available now. General Availability (Worldwide, GCC) We will begin rolling out mid-April 2025 and expect to complete by late May 2025. | Updated April 11, 2025: We have updated the content and rollout timeline below. Thank you for your patience.
When creating a presentation in Copilot for PowerPoint, users will be able to reference PDF files in addition to Microsoft Word files. A Microsoft 365 Copilot license is required to use this feature. This message applies to PowerPoint for Windows desktop, PowerPoint for Mac desktop, and PowerPoint on the web. [When this will happen:] Public Preview: Available now. General Availability (Worldwide, GCC) We will begin rolling out late April 2025 (previously mid-April) and expect to complete by late May 2025. |
| 2025-04-12 | MC Last Updated | 04/09/2025 16:24:56 | 2025-04-11T16:35:46Z |
| 2025-04-12 | MC Summary | Users can now reference PDF files when creating presentations with Microsoft 365 Copilot for PowerPoint. This feature requires a Microsoft 365 Copilot license and is available in preview now, with general availability starting mid-April 2025. No admin action is required before the rollout. | Users can now reference PDF files when creating presentations with Microsoft 365 Copilot for PowerPoint. This feature requires a Microsoft 365 Copilot license and is available in preview now, with general availability starting late April 2025. No admin action is required before the rollout. |
| 2025-04-10 | MC Messages | When creating a presentation in PowerPoint Copilot, users will be able to reference PDF files in addition to Microsoft Word files.
A Microsoft 365 Copilot license is required to use this feature. This message applies to PowerPoint for Windows desktop, PowerPoint for Mac desktop, and PowerPoint on the web. [When this will happen:] Public Preview: Available now. General Availability (Worldwide, GCC) We will begin rolling out mid-April 2025 and expect to complete by late May 2025. | Updated April 9, 2025: We have updated the content and rollout timeline below. Thank you for your patience.
When creating a presentation in Copilot for PowerPoint, users will be able to reference PDF files in addition to Microsoft Word files. A Microsoft 365 Copilot license is required to use this feature. This message applies to PowerPoint for Windows desktop, PowerPoint for Mac desktop, and PowerPoint on the web. [When this will happen:] Public Preview: Available now. General Availability (Worldwide, GCC) We will begin rolling out mid-April 2025 and expect to complete by late May 2025. |
| 2025-04-10 | MC Title | Microsoft PowerPoint: Reference a PDF file when creating a presentation with Microsoft 365 Copilot (preview) | (Updated) Microsoft PowerPoint: Reference a PDF file when creating a presentation with Microsoft 365 Copilot (preview) |
| 2025-04-10 | MC Last Updated | 04/03/2025 04:04:12 | 2025-04-09T16:24:56Z |
| 2025-04-10 | MC MessageTagNames | User impact | Updated message, User impact |
| 2025-04-10 | MC Summary | Users can now reference PDF files when creating presentations with Microsoft 365 Copilot in PowerPoint. This feature requires a Microsoft 365 Copilot license and is available in preview now, with general availability starting mid-April 2025. No admin action is required before the rollout. | Users can now reference PDF files when creating presentations with Microsoft 365 Copilot for PowerPoint. This feature requires a Microsoft 365 Copilot license and is available in preview now, with general availability starting mid-April 2025. No admin action is required before the rollout. |
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