MC1175628 – Power Automate – Reference previous prompts in Copilot for Power Automate desktop

Product:

Copilot, Power Automate

Platform:

Online, World tenant

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Change type:

New feature

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Details:

We are announcing the ability to reference previous prompts in Copilot for Power Automate desktop in Power Automate. This feature will reach general availability on November 17, 2025.

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Created:
2025-10-20

updated:
2025-10-20

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summary for non-techies**

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Direct effects for Operations**

User Experience Degradation
Without preparation, users may struggle with the new feature, leading to confusion and frustration due to lack of familiarity with referencing previous prompts.
   - roles: End Users, Business Analysts
   - references: https://www.forbes.com/sites/bernardmarr/2021/01/25/the-top-5-technology-trends-in-2021/?sh=5c1c1c1e7c3b, https://www.gartner.com/en/information-technology/insights/automation

Increased Error Rates
If users do not understand how to effectively use the new referencing feature, it may lead to increased errors in automation workflows, impacting overall productivity.
   - roles: Developers, IT Support
   - references: https://www.techrepublic.com/article/how-to-reduce-errors-in-automation-processes/, https://www.cio.com/article/243828/how-to-avoid-automation-failures.html

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explanation for non-techies**

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