check before: 2023-12-15
Product:
Copilot, Microsoft 365 Apps, Microsoft 365 Copilot, Windows
Platform:
Mac, Online, Web, Windows Desktop, World tenant
Status:
Cancelled
Change type:
Admin impact, New feature, Updated message, User impact
Details:
Summary:
Microsoft decided not to proceed with the PowerPoint Copilot feature that generates text using slide context. This AI-driven tool would have allowed users to create titles, summaries, or captions via natural language prompts. No admin action is needed, and a Copilot license was required.
Details:
Updated May 12, 2026: We have decided not to move forward with this feature at this time. We apologize for the inconvenience.
Copilot in PowerPoint is getting smarter. Soon, users will be able to generate a compelling title, concise summary, or captions for visuals simply by describing what they want in natural language. Copilot will use the context of the slide to generate relevant text, helping users turn ideas into content quickly and efficiently.
Note: A Microsoft 365 Copilot license is required to access this feature.
This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap IDs: 513427, 513428 and 513429.
When this will happen:
General Availability (Worldwide): We have decided not to move forward with this feature at this time.
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Release Phase:
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Created:
2025-10-24
updated:
2026-05-13
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summary for non-techies**
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Direct effects for Operations**
Feature Cancellation Impact
The cancellation of the Copilot feature means users will not have access to AI-generated text for PowerPoint slides, potentially leading to increased time spent on content creation and reduced productivity.
- roles: PowerPoint Users, Content Creators
- references: https://www.microsoft.com/microsoft-365/roadmap?filters=&searchterms=513427, https://www.microsoft.com/microsoft-365/roadmap?filters=&searchterms=513428
User Experience Impact
Without the Copilot feature, users may experience frustration due to the lack of AI assistance in generating slide content, which could lead to a less efficient workflow and lower satisfaction with the PowerPoint application.
- roles: PowerPoint Users, Project Managers
- references: https://www.microsoft.com/microsoft-365/roadmap?filters=&searchterms=513429, https://www.microsoft.com/microsoft-365/roadmap?filters=&searchterms=513428
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change history
| Date | Property | old | new |
| 2026-05-13 | MC Last Updated | 04/08/2026 18:29:16 | 2026-05-12T18:12:48Z |
| 2026-05-13 | MC Messages | Updated April 8, 2026: We have updated the timeline. Thank you for your patience.
Copilot in PowerPoint is getting smarter. Soon, users will be able to generate a compelling title, concise summary, or captions for visuals simply by describing what they want in natural language. Copilot will use the context of the slide to generate relevant text, helping users turn ideas into content quickly and efficiently. Note: A Microsoft 365 Copilot license is required to access this feature. This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap IDs: 513427, 513428 and 513429. When this will happen: General Availability (Worldwide): Rollout will begin in mid-May 2026 (previously early April) and is expected to complete by end of June 2026 (previously end of May). | Updated May 12, 2026: We have decided not to move forward with this feature at this time. We apologize for the inconvenience.
Copilot in PowerPoint is getting smarter. Soon, users will be able to generate a compelling title, concise summary, or captions for visuals simply by describing what they want in natural language. Copilot will use the context of the slide to generate relevant text, helping users turn ideas into content quickly and efficiently. Note: A Microsoft 365 Copilot license is required to access this feature. This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap IDs: 513427, 513428 and 513429. When this will happen: General Availability (Worldwide): We have decided not to move forward with this feature at this time. |
| 2026-05-13 | MC End Time | 07/31/2026 10:00:00 | 2026-05-15T10:00:00Z |
| 2026-05-13 | MC Summary | Microsoft 365 Copilot in PowerPoint will soon generate titles, summaries, and captions using slide context via natural language prompts. Rolling out worldwide from mid-May to June 2026, it requires a Copilot license, appears by default, and affects PowerPoint on Windows, Mac, and web platforms. | Microsoft decided not to proceed with the PowerPoint Copilot feature that generates text using slide context. This AI-driven tool would have allowed users to create titles, summaries, or captions via natural language prompts. No admin action is needed, and a Copilot license was required. |
| 2026-04-09 | MC Last Updated | 02/25/2026 18:31:37 | 2026-04-08T18:29:16Z |
| 2026-04-09 | MC Messages | Updated February 25, 2026: We have updated the timeline. Thank you for your patience.
Copilot in PowerPoint is getting smarter. Soon, users will be able to generate a compelling title, concise summary, or captions for visuals simply by describing what they want in natural language. Copilot will use the context of the slide to generate relevant text, helping users turn ideas into content quickly and efficiently. Note: A Microsoft 365 Copilot license is required to access this feature. This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap IDs: 513427, 513428 and 513429. When this will happen: General Availability (Worldwide): Rollout will begin in early April 2026 (previously end of February) and is expected to complete by end of May 2026 (previously end of March). | Updated April 8, 2026: We have updated the timeline. Thank you for your patience.
Copilot in PowerPoint is getting smarter. Soon, users will be able to generate a compelling title, concise summary, or captions for visuals simply by describing what they want in natural language. Copilot will use the context of the slide to generate relevant text, helping users turn ideas into content quickly and efficiently. Note: A Microsoft 365 Copilot license is required to access this feature. This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap IDs: 513427, 513428 and 513429. When this will happen: General Availability (Worldwide): Rollout will begin in mid-May 2026 (previously early April) and is expected to complete by end of June 2026 (previously end of May). |
| 2026-04-09 | MC End Time | 06/30/2026 10:00:00 | 2026-07-31T10:00:00Z |
| 2026-04-09 | MC Summary | Microsoft 365 Copilot in PowerPoint will enable users to generate titles, summaries, or captions using slide context and natural language prompts. Rolling out worldwide from April to May 2026, it requires a Copilot license, appears by default, and affects PowerPoint on Windows, Mac, and web. | Microsoft 365 Copilot in PowerPoint will soon generate titles, summaries, and captions using slide context via natural language prompts. Rolling out worldwide from mid-May to June 2026, it requires a Copilot license, appears by default, and affects PowerPoint on Windows, Mac, and web platforms. |
| 2026-02-26 | MC Last Updated | 01/07/2026 18:17:37 | 2026-02-25T18:31:37Z |
| 2026-02-26 | MC Messages | Updated January 7, 2026: We have updated the timeline. Thank you for your patience.
Copilot in PowerPoint is getting smarter. Soon, users will be able to generate a compelling title, concise summary, or captions for visuals simply by describing what they want in natural language. Copilot will use the context of the slide to generate relevant text, helping users turn ideas into content quickly and efficiently. Note: A Microsoft 365 Copilot license is required to access this feature. This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap IDs: 513427, 513428 and 513429. When this will happen: General Availability (Worldwide): Rollout will begin in end of February 2026 (previously mid-January) and is expected to complete by end of March 2026 (previously mid-February). | Updated February 25, 2026: We have updated the timeline. Thank you for your patience.
Copilot in PowerPoint is getting smarter. Soon, users will be able to generate a compelling title, concise summary, or captions for visuals simply by describing what they want in natural language. Copilot will use the context of the slide to generate relevant text, helping users turn ideas into content quickly and efficiently. Note: A Microsoft 365 Copilot license is required to access this feature. This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap IDs: 513427, 513428 and 513429. When this will happen: General Availability (Worldwide): Rollout will begin in early April 2026 (previously end of February) and is expected to complete by end of May 2026 (previously end of March). |
| 2026-02-26 | MC End Time | 04/30/2026 10:00:00 | 2026-06-30T10:00:00Z |
| 2026-02-26 | MC Summary | Microsoft 365 Copilot in PowerPoint will enable users to generate titles, summaries, or captions using natural language based on slide context. Rolling out worldwide from late February to March 2026, the feature is on by default for desktop and web users and requires a Copilot license. | Microsoft 365 Copilot in PowerPoint will enable users to generate titles, summaries, or captions using slide context and natural language prompts. Rolling out worldwide from April to May 2026, it requires a Copilot license, appears by default, and affects PowerPoint on Windows, Mac, and web. |
| 2026-01-08 | MC Last Updated | 01/06/2026 20:23:34 | 2026-01-07T18:17:37Z |
| 2026-01-08 | MC Messages | Updated January 6, 2026: We have updated the content. Thank you for your patience.
Copilot in PowerPoint is getting smarter. Soon, users will be able to generate a compelling title, concise summary, or captions for visuals simply by describing what they want in natural language. Copilot will use the context of the slide to generate relevant text, helping users turn ideas into content quickly and efficiently. Note: A Microsoft 365 Copilot license is required to access this feature. This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap IDs: 513427, 513428 and 513429. When this will happen: General Availability (Worldwide): Rollout will begin in mid-January 2026 (previously mid-December 2025) and is expected to complete by mid-February 2026 (previously late December 2025). | Updated January 7, 2026: We have updated the timeline. Thank you for your patience.
Copilot in PowerPoint is getting smarter. Soon, users will be able to generate a compelling title, concise summary, or captions for visuals simply by describing what they want in natural language. Copilot will use the context of the slide to generate relevant text, helping users turn ideas into content quickly and efficiently. Note: A Microsoft 365 Copilot license is required to access this feature. This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap IDs: 513427, 513428 and 513429. When this will happen: General Availability (Worldwide): Rollout will begin in end of February 2026 (previously mid-January) and is expected to complete by end of March 2026 (previously mid-February). |
| 2026-01-08 | MC End Time | 03/23/2026 09:00:00 | 2026-04-30T10:00:00Z |
| 2026-01-08 | MC Summary | Microsoft 365 Copilot in PowerPoint will soon generate titles, summaries, and captions from slide context using natural language prompts. Rolling out worldwide mid-January to mid-February 2026, it requires a Copilot license and will be enabled by default on Windows, Mac, and Web versions. No admin action needed. | Microsoft 365 Copilot in PowerPoint will enable users to generate titles, summaries, or captions using natural language based on slide context. Rolling out worldwide from late February to March 2026, the feature is on by default for desktop and web users and requires a Copilot license. |
| 2026-01-07 | MC Messages | Updated December 17, 2025: We have updated the timeline. Thank you for your patience.
Copilot in PowerPoint is getting smarter. Soon, users will be able to generate a compelling title, concise summary, or captions for visuals simply by describing what they want in natural language. Copilot will use the context of the slide to generate relevant text, helping users turn ideas into content quickly and efficiently. Note: A Microsoft 365 Copilot license is required to access this feature. This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap IDs: 513427. When this will happen: General Availability (Worldwide): Rollout will begin in mid-January 2026 (previously mid-December 2025) and is expected to complete by mid-February 2026 (previously late December 2025). | Updated January 6, 2026: We have updated the content. Thank you for your patience.
Copilot in PowerPoint is getting smarter. Soon, users will be able to generate a compelling title, concise summary, or captions for visuals simply by describing what they want in natural language. Copilot will use the context of the slide to generate relevant text, helping users turn ideas into content quickly and efficiently. Note: A Microsoft 365 Copilot license is required to access this feature. This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap IDs: 513427, 513428 and 513429. When this will happen: General Availability (Worldwide): Rollout will begin in mid-January 2026 (previously mid-December 2025) and is expected to complete by mid-February 2026 (previously late December 2025). |
| 2026-01-07 | MC Platforms | Mac | Mac, Desktop, Web |
| 2026-01-07 | MC Last Updated | 12/17/2025 18:12:06 | 2026-01-06T20:23:34Z |
| 2026-01-07 | MC prepare | https://www.microsoft.com/microsoft-365/roadmap?filters=&searchterms=513427 | https://www.microsoft.com/microsoft-365/roadmap?filters=&searchterms=513427
https://www.microsoft.com/microsoft-365/roadmap?filters=&searchterms=513428 https://www.microsoft.com/microsoft-365/roadmap?filters=&searchterms=513429 |
| 2026-01-07 | MC Summary | Microsoft 365 Copilot in PowerPoint will enable users to generate titles, summaries, or captions using natural language based on slide context. The feature, requiring a Copilot license, will roll out worldwide from mid-January to mid-February 2026, with no admin action needed before rollout. | Microsoft 365 Copilot in PowerPoint will soon generate titles, summaries, and captions from slide context using natural language prompts. Rolling out worldwide mid-January to mid-February 2026, it requires a Copilot license and will be enabled by default on Windows, Mac, and Web versions. No admin action needed. |
| 2025-12-18 | MC MessageTagNames | New feature, User impact, Admin impact | Updated message, New feature, User impact, Admin impact |
| 2025-12-18 | MC Summary | Microsoft 365 Copilot in PowerPoint will soon generate titles, summaries, and captions using slide context via natural language prompts. Rolling out mid to late December, it appears as a default dropdown for blank textboxes on Windows, Mac, and Web. No admin action needed; user notification recommended. | Microsoft 365 Copilot in PowerPoint will enable users to generate titles, summaries, or captions using natural language based on slide context. The feature, requiring a Copilot license, will roll out worldwide from mid-January to mid-February 2026, with no admin action needed before rollout. |
| 2025-12-18 | MC Last Updated | 10/24/2025 01:00:02 | 2025-12-17T18:12:06Z |
| 2025-12-18 | MC Messages | Copilot in PowerPoint is getting smarter. Soon, users will be able to generate a compelling title, concise summary, or captions for visuals simply by describing what they want in natural language. Copilot will use the context of the slide to generate relevant text, helping users turn ideas into content quickly and efficiently.
Note: A Microsoft 365 Copilot license is required to access this feature. This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap IDs: 513427. When this will happen: General Availability (Worldwide): Rollout will begin in mid-December and is expected to complete by late December. | Updated December 17, 2025: We have updated the timeline. Thank you for your patience.
Copilot in PowerPoint is getting smarter. Soon, users will be able to generate a compelling title, concise summary, or captions for visuals simply by describing what they want in natural language. Copilot will use the context of the slide to generate relevant text, helping users turn ideas into content quickly and efficiently. Note: A Microsoft 365 Copilot license is required to access this feature. This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap IDs: 513427. When this will happen: General Availability (Worldwide): Rollout will begin in mid-January 2026 (previously mid-December 2025) and is expected to complete by mid-February 2026 (previously late December 2025). |
| 2025-12-18 | MC Title | Microsoft 365 Copilot: Generate text for a PowerPoint slide using slide context | (Updated) Microsoft 365 Copilot: Generate text for a PowerPoint slide using slide context |
| 2025-12-18 | MC End Time | 01/31/2026 09:00:00 | 2026-03-23T09:00:00Z |
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