check before: 2025-07-01
Product:
Microsoft 365 Apps, Microsoft 365 for the web
Platform:
Online, US Instances, Web, World tenant
Status:
Change type:
New feature, User impact
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Details:
Summary:
A new contextual entry point under the References tab in Word will help users discover third-party citation tools alongside the default Word citation functionality. The rollout will complete by late July 2025, enhancing tool discoverability and flexibility. No admin configuration is required.
Details:
We're introducing a new contextual entry point under the References tab in Word that helps users discover third-party citation tools alongside the default Word citation functionality. This update is designed to support users who are familiar with citation principles but need help navigating specific formatting styles like APA, MLA, and Chicago.
By surfacing both first-party and third-party options, users can quickly onboard to built-in tools or explore additional solutions that best fit their needs.
[When this will happen:]
Targeted Release: Rollout is expected to complete by early July 2025.
General Availability (Worldwide, GCC, GCC-High, DoD): Rollout will begin early July 2025 and is expected to complete by late July 2025.
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Created:
2025-07-04
updated:
2025-07-04
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summary for non-techies**
Microsoft Word is updating its References tab to display third-party citation tools alongside its built-in features, making it easier for users to access and compare citation options, with the rollout expected to be completed by July 2025.
Direct effects for Operations**
User Confusion
Users may be overwhelmed by the introduction of multiple citation tools, leading to confusion about which tool to use for their specific needs, potentially resulting in incorrect citations.
- roles: End Users, Content Creators
- references: https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoft-365/blog/2023/10/01/whats-new-in-microsoft-365-october-2023/
Compliance Issues
Organizations with specific compliance requirements may face challenges if users inadvertently choose third-party citation tools that do not align with internal policies, leading to potential compliance violations.
- roles: Compliance Officers, IT Administrators
- references: https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoft-365/blog/2023/10/01/whats-new-in-microsoft-365-october-2023/
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