check before: 2025-07-01
Product:
Copilot, Microsoft 365 Apps, Windows
Platform:
Online, Web, World tenant
Status:
Launched
Change type:
New feature, Updated message, User impact
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Details:
Summary:
Microsoft PowerPoint for Windows will roll out a Copilot feature in early September 2025 that generates and inserts topic-specific slides matching existing presentation styles. It requires a Microsoft 365 license, is enabled by default, and introduces new generative AI capabilities to streamline content creation.
Details:
Updated August 29, 2025: We have updated the timeline. Thank you for your patience.
Microsoft PowerPoint for Windows desktop is introducing a new Copilot capability that helps users expand their presentations with ease. This feature allows users to generate and insert new topic(s) and slides that match the look and feel of their existing presentation-streamlining content creation and maintaining visual consistency.
This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 496136
[When this will happen:]
General Availability (Worldwide): Rollout begins in early September 2025 (previously mid-August) for PowerPoint on Windows desktop.
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Release Phase:
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Created:
2025-06-28
updated:
2025-08-30
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summary for non-techies**
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Direct effects for Operations**
Generative AI Integration
The introduction of Copilot may lead to unexpected content generation that does not align with user expectations or organizational standards, potentially resulting in inconsistent messaging or branding.
- roles: Content Creators, Marketing Team
- references: https://www.microsoft.com/microsoft-365/roadmap?rtc=1%26filters%3D&searchterms=496136
User Training and Adaptation
Users may struggle to adapt to the new Copilot feature without prior training, leading to decreased productivity and frustration as they navigate the new functionalities.
- roles: End Users, IT Support
- references: https://www.microsoft.com/microsoft-365/roadmap?rtc=1%26filters%3D&searchterms=496136
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change history
| Date | Property | old | new |
| 2025-08-30 | MC Last Updated | 08/06/2025 17:40:50 | 2025-08-29T19:22:21Z |
| 2025-08-30 | MC Messages | Updated August 6, 2025: We have updated the timeline. Thank you for your patience.
Microsoft PowerPoint for Windows desktop is introducing a new Copilot capability that helps users expand their presentations with ease. This feature allows users to generate and insert new topic(s) and slides that match the look and feel of their existing presentation-streamlining content creation and maintaining visual consistency. This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 496136 [When this will happen:] General Availability (Worldwide): Rollout begins in mid-August 2025 (previously late July) for PowerPoint on Windows desktop. | Updated August 29, 2025: We have updated the timeline. Thank you for your patience.
Microsoft PowerPoint for Windows desktop is introducing a new Copilot capability that helps users expand their presentations with ease. This feature allows users to generate and insert new topic(s) and slides that match the look and feel of their existing presentation-streamlining content creation and maintaining visual consistency. This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 496136 [When this will happen:] General Availability (Worldwide): Rollout begins in early September 2025 (previously mid-August) for PowerPoint on Windows desktop. |
| 2025-08-30 | MC End Time | 09/29/2025 09:00:00 | 2025-10-27T08:00:00Z |
| 2025-08-30 | MC Summary | Microsoft PowerPoint for Windows will roll out a Copilot feature in mid-August 2025 that generates and inserts topic-specific slides matching existing presentation design. It requires a Microsoft 365 license, is enabled by default, and enhances content creation with generative AI without needing admin action before rollout. | Microsoft PowerPoint for Windows will roll out a Copilot feature in early September 2025 that generates and inserts topic-specific slides matching existing presentation styles. It requires a Microsoft 365 license, is enabled by default, and introduces new generative AI capabilities to streamline content creation. |
| 2025-08-07 | MC Last Updated | 07/10/2025 16:07:42 | 2025-08-06T17:40:50Z |
| 2025-08-07 | MC Messages | Updated July 10, 2025: We have updated the timeline below. Thank you for your patience.
Microsoft PowerPoint for Windows desktop is introducing a new Copilot capability that helps users expand their presentations with ease. This feature allows users to generate and insert new topic(s) and slides that match the look and feel of their existing presentation-streamlining content creation and maintaining visual consistency. This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 496136 [When this will happen:] General Availability (Worldwide): Rollout begins in late July 2025 (previously early July) for PowerPoint on Windows desktop. | Updated August 6, 2025: We have updated the timeline. Thank you for your patience.
Microsoft PowerPoint for Windows desktop is introducing a new Copilot capability that helps users expand their presentations with ease. This feature allows users to generate and insert new topic(s) and slides that match the look and feel of their existing presentation-streamlining content creation and maintaining visual consistency. This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 496136 [When this will happen:] General Availability (Worldwide): Rollout begins in mid-August 2025 (previously late July) for PowerPoint on Windows desktop. |
| 2025-08-07 | MC End Time | 09/22/2025 09:00:00 | 2025-09-29T09:00:00Z |
| 2025-08-07 | MC Summary | Microsoft PowerPoint for Windows desktop is introducing a new Copilot feature that allows users to generate and insert new topic-specific slides matching their presentation's design. This feature, requiring a Microsoft 365 license, will be available worldwide starting in late July 2025. No admin action is needed before rollout. | Microsoft PowerPoint for Windows will roll out a Copilot feature in mid-August 2025 that generates and inserts topic-specific slides matching existing presentation design. It requires a Microsoft 365 license, is enabled by default, and enhances content creation with generative AI without needing admin action before rollout. |
| 2025-07-11 | MC Messages | Microsoft PowerPoint for Windows desktop is introducing a new Copilot capability that helps users expand their presentations with ease. This feature allows users to generate and insert new topic(s) and slides that match the look and feel of their existing presentation-streamlining content creation and maintaining visual consistency.
This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 496136 [When this will happen:] General Availability (Worldwide): Rollout begins in early July 2025 for PowerPoint on Windows desktop. | Updated July 10, 2025: We have updated the timeline below. Thank you for your patience.
Microsoft PowerPoint for Windows desktop is introducing a new Copilot capability that helps users expand their presentations with ease. This feature allows users to generate and insert new topic(s) and slides that match the look and feel of their existing presentation-streamlining content creation and maintaining visual consistency. This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 496136 [When this will happen:] General Availability (Worldwide): Rollout begins in late July 2025 (previously early July) for PowerPoint on Windows desktop. |
| 2025-07-11 | MC Title | Microsoft Copilot (Microsoft 365): Add topic(s) through Copilot to your existing presentation | (Updated) Microsoft Copilot (Microsoft 365): Add topic(s) through Copilot to your existing presentation |
| 2025-07-11 | MC Last Updated | 06/28/2025 01:22:58 | 2025-07-10T16:07:42Z |
| 2025-07-11 | MC MessageTagNames | New feature, User impact | Updated message, New feature, User impact |
| 2025-07-11 | MC Summary | Microsoft PowerPoint for Windows desktop will introduce a Copilot feature in July 2025, allowing users to generate and insert new topic-specific slides that match their presentation's design. This feature requires a Microsoft 365 license and will be on by default. No admin action is needed before rollout. | Microsoft PowerPoint for Windows desktop is introducing a new Copilot feature that allows users to generate and insert new topic-specific slides matching their presentation's design. This feature, requiring a Microsoft 365 license, will be available worldwide starting in late July 2025. No admin action is needed before rollout. |
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