check before: 2025-11-01
Product:
Copilot, Microsoft 365 Copilot, OneDrive, Windows
Platform:
Online, US Instances, World tenant
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Change type:
Admin impact, New feature, Updated message, User impact
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Summary:
Microsoft 365 Copilot is now integrated into Windows File Explorer and OneDrive Activity Center, allowing users to summarize documents, generate FAQs, compare files, and ask questions about OneDrive files. The feature is on by default, requires no admin setup, and rollout completed by December 2025.
Details:
Updated December 3, 2025: This item has completed rollout. Thank you for your patience.
Introduction:
We're bringing the power of Microsoft 365 Copilot directly into your daily file management experience in Windows. With this update, users can interact with Copilot in File Explorer and the OneDrive activity center to summarize documents, generate FAQs, compare files, and ask questions about their OneDrive files.
When this will happen:
General Availability (Worldwide, GCC, GCCH, DoD): We began the rollout in late August and expect to complete it by early to mid-November 2025 (previously mid-September). Update: This has completed rollout.
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Created:
2025-09-19
updated:
2025-12-04
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Direct effects for Operations**
User Experience Disruption
Users may experience confusion or frustration due to the sudden introduction of AI features without prior training or communication, leading to decreased productivity as they learn to navigate the new functionalities.
- roles: End Users, IT Support Staff
- references: https://support.microsoft.com/office/get-started-with-copilot-in-onedrive-7fc81e10-e0cf-4da8-af2e-9876a2770e5d
Data Privacy Concerns
The integration of AI capabilities may raise concerns about data privacy and security, as users might be unsure how their data is being processed or stored, potentially leading to reluctance in using the new features.
- roles: Compliance Officers, End Users
- references: https://support.microsoft.com/office/get-started-with-copilot-in-onedrive-7fc81e10-e0cf-4da8-af2e-9876a2770e5d
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explanation for non-techies**
Microsoft 365 Copilot has now been integrated into Windows File Explorer and the OneDrive Activity Center, offering users new ways to manage and interact with their files. Think of Copilot as a helpful assistant that lives inside your computer, ready to lend a hand whenever you need it. Just like how a personal assistant might help you organize your paperwork, Copilot can help you manage your digital documents.
With this integration, you can now ask Copilot to summarize a document, generate frequently asked questions (FAQs), compare different files, or even answer questions about the content of your OneDrive files. Imagine you have a stack of papers on your desk, and you need to quickly find out what's in each one without reading them all. Copilot can do this for your digital files, saving you time and effort.
This feature is available right within the tools you already use. In the OneDrive Activity Center, you can select a file and access Copilot's actions by clicking on a menu option. Similarly, in Windows File Explorer, you can right-click on a file to find Copilot's actions in the context menu. It's like having a Swiss Army knife for your files, with tools that can perform various tasks to make your work easier.
The good news is that this feature is turned on by default, so there's no need for any technical setup or admin configuration. It's ready to use as soon as it's available in your area. However, keep in mind that Microsoft 365 Copilot might not be available in all markets or languages, and you'll need a qualifying enterprise or business plan to access it.
If your organization plans to use Copilot, it's a good idea to let your team know about these new capabilities. They can start using these features to enhance their productivity and streamline their workflow. For more details on how to get started with Copilot in OneDrive, you can visit Microsoft's support page.
This change introduces new ways to interact with AI, allowing users to engage with their files more dynamically. It's like having a smart assistant who can quickly process and provide insights into your documents, making your work life a little bit easier.
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change history
| Date | Property | old | new |
| 2025-12-04 | MC Messages | Updated October 16, 2025: We have updated the rollout timeline below. Thank you for your patience.
Introduction: We're bringing the power of Microsoft 365 Copilot directly into your daily file management experience in Windows. With this update, users can interact with Copilot in File Explorer and the OneDrive activity center to summarize documents, generate FAQs, compare files, and ask questions about their OneDrive files. When this will happen: General Availability (Worldwide, GCC, GCCH, DoD): We began the rollout in late August and expect to complete it by early to mid-November 2025 (previously mid-September). | Updated December 3, 2025: This item has completed rollout. Thank you for your patience.
Introduction: We're bringing the power of Microsoft 365 Copilot directly into your daily file management experience in Windows. With this update, users can interact with Copilot in File Explorer and the OneDrive activity center to summarize documents, generate FAQs, compare files, and ask questions about their OneDrive files. When this will happen: General Availability (Worldwide, GCC, GCCH, DoD): We began the rollout in late August and expect to complete it by early to mid-November 2025 (previously mid-September). Update: This has completed rollout. |
| 2025-12-04 | MC Last Updated | 10/17/2025 04:04:39 | 2025-12-04T01:30:13Z |
| 2025-12-04 | MC Summary | Microsoft 365 Copilot is integrated into Windows File Explorer and OneDrive Activity Center, allowing users to summarize documents, generate FAQs, compare files, and ask questions about OneDrive files. The feature rolls out globally by mid-November 2025, is on by default, and requires no admin setup. | Microsoft 365 Copilot is now integrated into Windows File Explorer and OneDrive Activity Center, allowing users to summarize documents, generate FAQs, compare files, and ask questions about OneDrive files. The feature is on by default, requires no admin setup, and rollout completed by December 2025. |
| 2025-10-17 | MC MessageTagNames | New feature, User impact, Admin impact | Updated message, New feature, User impact, Admin impact |
| 2025-10-17 | MC Summary | Microsoft 365 Copilot is integrated into Windows File Explorer and OneDrive Activity Center, allowing users to summarize documents, generate FAQs, compare files, and ask questions about OneDrive files. The feature rolls out globally by mid-September 2025, is on by default, and requires no admin setup. | Microsoft 365 Copilot is integrated into Windows File Explorer and OneDrive Activity Center, allowing users to summarize documents, generate FAQs, compare files, and ask questions about OneDrive files. The feature rolls out globally by mid-November 2025, is on by default, and requires no admin setup. |
| 2025-10-17 | MC Last Updated | 09/19/2025 01:53:09 | 2025-10-17T04:04:39Z |
| 2025-10-17 | MC Messages | Introduction:
We're bringing the power of Microsoft 365 Copilot directly into your daily file management experience in Windows. With this update, users can interact with Copilot in File Explorer and the OneDrive activity center to summarize documents, generate FAQs, compare files, and ask questions about their OneDrive files. When this will happen: General Availability (Worldwide, GCC, GCCH, DoD): We began the rollout in late August and expect to complete it by early to mid-September 2025. | Updated October 16, 2025: We have updated the rollout timeline below. Thank you for your patience.
Introduction: We're bringing the power of Microsoft 365 Copilot directly into your daily file management experience in Windows. With this update, users can interact with Copilot in File Explorer and the OneDrive activity center to summarize documents, generate FAQs, compare files, and ask questions about their OneDrive files. When this will happen: General Availability (Worldwide, GCC, GCCH, DoD): We began the rollout in late August and expect to complete it by early to mid-November 2025 (previously mid-September). |
| 2025-10-17 | MC Title | Microsoft Copilot (Microsoft 365): Use Copilot with OneDrive files in File Explorer and Activity Center | (Updated) Microsoft Copilot (Microsoft 365): Use Copilot with OneDrive files in File Explorer and Activity Center |
| 2025-10-17 | MC End Time | 11/20/2025 09:00:00 | 2026-01-12T09:00:00Z |
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