check before: 2025-11-01
Product:
Copilot, Microsoft 365 Copilot, Microsoft Graph
Platform:
Developer, Online, World tenant
Status:
Change type:
New feature, User impact, Admin impact
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Summary:
Microsoft 365 Copilot Search will add an AI and Microsoft Graph-powered Overview feature by mid-November 2025, providing concise summaries of search results. It requires a Copilot license, is enabled by default, needs no admin action, and helps users quickly grasp search context.
Details:
[Introduction]
We're introducing a new Overview feature in Microsoft 365 Copilot Search that uses AI and Microsoft Graph to surface key information from search results. This enhancement helps users quickly understand the context of a result without needing to open the full item, streamlining their search experience.
A Microsoft 365 Copilot license is required to access this feature.
[When this will happen]
General Availability (Worldwide): Rollout is scheduled to begin in mid-November 2025 (or earlier) and is expected to complete by late November 2025.
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Created:
2025-10-30
updated:
2025-10-30
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summary for non-techies**
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Direct effects for Operations**
User Experience Impact
Users may experience confusion or frustration if they are not aware of the new Overview feature in Copilot Search, leading to underutilization of the tool and potential inefficiencies in their search processes.
- roles: End Users, IT Support Staff
- references: https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoft-365/blog/2023/10/10/introducing-microsoft-365-copilot-search/
Training and Documentation Impact
Without proper preparation, users may not have access to updated training materials or documentation regarding the new Overview feature, resulting in a lack of understanding of how to effectively use the new functionality.
- roles: Training Coordinators, End Users
- references: https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoft-365/blog/2023/10/10/introducing-microsoft-365-copilot-search/
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explanation for non-techies**
Imagine you're in a library, searching for a book on a specific topic. Instead of flipping through each book to find the right one, you have a librarian who gives you a quick summary of each book's content. This way, you can decide which book is most relevant to your needs without spending too much time on each one. This is similar to what Microsoft 365 Copilot's new Overview feature does for search results.
Microsoft 365 Copilot is introducing an Overview feature that uses artificial intelligence (AI) and Microsoft Graph to provide brief summaries of search results. Think of it as having a smart assistant that quickly tells you what each document or email is about, so you don't have to open and read each one in full. This can save time and help you find the information you need more efficiently.
To use this feature, you'll need a Microsoft 365 Copilot license. Once you have it, the Overview option will automatically appear in your search results. It's like having a default setting on your phone that you don't need to adjust—it's ready to go as soon as you start using it.
There's no need for IT administrators to make any changes or updates to their systems for this feature to work. It's designed to integrate seamlessly with existing setups. If you're responsible for training or documentation, you might want to update your materials to include this new feature, so everyone knows how to use it.
In summary, the Overview feature in Microsoft 365 Copilot Search is like having a helpful librarian for your digital documents, making it easier and faster to find the information you need.
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