check before: 2026-03-01
Product:
Copilot, Microsoft 365 Copilot
Platform:
Online, US Instances, World tenant
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Change type:
New feature, Updated message, User impact
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Details:
Summary:
Microsoft 365 Copilot users will see a new "Prepare" button on the Up Next card up to 5 minutes before meetings, replacing "Join." This provides quick access to meeting prep tools. Rollout starts March 2026, enabled by default for Copilot Premium users, with no admin action needed.
Details:
Updated February 3, 2026: We have updated the timeline. Thank you for your patience.
[Introduction]
To help users better prepare for upcoming meetings, Microsoft is enhancing the Up Next card experience in Microsoft 365. A new Prepare button will replace the Join button up to 5 minutes before a meeting starts, offering a one-tap way to access Copilot's meeting preparation tools. This update supports improved productivity and readiness, aligning with feedback for more proactive meeting support.
Screenshot 1: Tap Prepare in Up Next.
Screenshot 2: Users can prepare with Copilot Chat.
[When this will happen:]
General Availability (Worldwide, GCC, GCC High, DoD): Rollout begins March 2026 (previously early February) and is expected to complete by end of March 2026 (previously late February).
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2025-11-18
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2026-02-04
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summary for non-techies**
Microsoft is introducing a "Prepare" button on the Up Next card for Microsoft 365 Copilot users, enhancing meeting preparation by providing quick access to Copilot's tools, with rollout scheduled for March 2026 for Premium license holders.
Direct effects for Operations**
User Experience Disruption
Users may be confused by the sudden change from 'Join' to 'Prepare', potentially leading to delays in joining meetings and decreased productivity.
- roles: End Users, Meeting Organizers
- references: https://support.microsoft.com/topic/prepare-for-your-meeting-with-copilot-f23326fc-7721-45f1-875e-23e77aaf3d89?preview=true
Increased Support Queries
Helpdesk and support teams may experience a surge in queries related to the new feature, as users may not understand its purpose or functionality.
- roles: Helpdesk Staff, IT Support
- references: https://support.microsoft.com/topic/prepare-for-your-meeting-with-copilot-f23326fc-7721-45f1-875e-23e77aaf3d89?preview=true
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change history
| Date | Property | old | new |
| 2026-02-04 | MC Last Updated | 01/05/2026 21:49:21 | 2026-02-03T22:48:13Z |
| 2026-02-04 | MC Messages | Updated January 5, 2026: We have updated the timeline. Thank you for your patience.
[Introduction] To help users better prepare for upcoming meetings, Microsoft is enhancing the Up Next card experience in Microsoft 365. A new Prepare button will replace the Join button up to 5 minutes before a meeting starts, offering a one-tap way to access Copilot's meeting preparation tools. This update supports improved productivity and readiness, aligning with feedback for more proactive meeting support. Screenshot 1: Tap Prepare in Up Next. Screenshot 2: Users can prepare with Copilot Chat. [When this will happen:] General Availability (Worldwide, GCC, GCC High, DoD): Rollout begins early February 2026 (previously early January) and is expected to complete by late February 2026 (previously late January). | Updated February 3, 2026: We have updated the timeline. Thank you for your patience.
[Introduction] To help users better prepare for upcoming meetings, Microsoft is enhancing the Up Next card experience in Microsoft 365. A new Prepare button will replace the Join button up to 5 minutes before a meeting starts, offering a one-tap way to access Copilot's meeting preparation tools. This update supports improved productivity and readiness, aligning with feedback for more proactive meeting support. Screenshot 1: Tap Prepare in Up Next. Screenshot 2: Users can prepare with Copilot Chat. [When this will happen:] General Availability (Worldwide, GCC, GCC High, DoD): Rollout begins March 2026 (previously early February) and is expected to complete by end of March 2026 (previously late February). |
| 2026-02-04 | MC End Time | 03/30/2026 10:00:00 | 2026-05-04T10:00:00Z |
| 2026-02-04 | MC Summary | Microsoft 365 Copilot users will see a new "Prepare" button replacing "Join" on the Up Next card up to 5 minutes before meetings, providing quick access to meeting prep tools. Rollout begins February 2026, enabled by default for Copilot Premium users, with no admin action required. | Microsoft 365 Copilot users will see a new "Prepare" button on the Up Next card up to 5 minutes before meetings, replacing "Join." This provides quick access to meeting prep tools. Rollout starts March 2026, enabled by default for Copilot Premium users, with no admin action needed. |
| 2026-01-06 | MC Last Updated | 12/04/2025 21:41:52 | 2026-01-05T21:49:21Z |
| 2026-01-06 | MC Messages | Updated December 4, 2025: We have updated the timeline. Thank you for your patience.
[Introduction] To help users better prepare for upcoming meetings, Microsoft is enhancing the Up Next card experience in Microsoft 365. A new Prepare button will replace the Join button up to 5 minutes before a meeting starts, offering a one-tap way to access Copilot's meeting preparation tools. This update supports improved productivity and readiness, aligning with feedback for more proactive meeting support. Screenshot 1: Tap Prepare in Up Next. Screenshot 2: Users can prepare with Copilot Chat. [When this will happen:] General Availability (Worldwide, GCC, GCC High, DoD): Rollout begins early January 2026 (previously early December 2025) and is expected to complete by late January 2026. | Updated January 5, 2026: We have updated the timeline. Thank you for your patience.
[Introduction] To help users better prepare for upcoming meetings, Microsoft is enhancing the Up Next card experience in Microsoft 365. A new Prepare button will replace the Join button up to 5 minutes before a meeting starts, offering a one-tap way to access Copilot's meeting preparation tools. This update supports improved productivity and readiness, aligning with feedback for more proactive meeting support. Screenshot 1: Tap Prepare in Up Next. Screenshot 2: Users can prepare with Copilot Chat. [When this will happen:] General Availability (Worldwide, GCC, GCC High, DoD): Rollout begins early February 2026 (previously early January) and is expected to complete by late February 2026 (previously late January). |
| 2026-01-06 | MC End Time | 03/03/2026 09:00:00 | 2026-03-30T10:00:00Z |
| 2026-01-06 | MC Summary | Microsoft 365 Copilot users will see a new "Prepare" button on the "Up Next" card replacing "Join" up to 5 minutes before meetings, providing quick access to Copilot’s meeting prep tools. Rollout begins January 2026, enabled by default for Premium license users, with no admin action needed. | Microsoft 365 Copilot users will see a new "Prepare" button replacing "Join" on the Up Next card up to 5 minutes before meetings, providing quick access to meeting prep tools. Rollout begins February 2026, enabled by default for Copilot Premium users, with no admin action required. |
| 2025-12-05 | MC Messages | [Introduction]
To help users better prepare for upcoming meetings, Microsoft is enhancing the Up Next card experience in Microsoft 365. A new Prepare button will replace the Join button up to 5 minutes before a meeting starts, offering a one-tap way to access Copilot's meeting preparation tools. This update supports improved productivity and readiness, aligning with feedback for more proactive meeting support. Screenshot 1: Tap Prepare in Up Next. Screenshot 2: Users can prepare with Copilot Chat. [When this will happen:] General Availability (Worldwide, GCC, GCC High, DoD): Rollout begins early December 2025 and is expected to complete by late January 2026. | Updated December 4, 2025: We have updated the timeline. Thank you for your patience.
[Introduction] To help users better prepare for upcoming meetings, Microsoft is enhancing the Up Next card experience in Microsoft 365. A new Prepare button will replace the Join button up to 5 minutes before a meeting starts, offering a one-tap way to access Copilot's meeting preparation tools. This update supports improved productivity and readiness, aligning with feedback for more proactive meeting support. Screenshot 1: Tap Prepare in Up Next. Screenshot 2: Users can prepare with Copilot Chat. [When this will happen:] General Availability (Worldwide, GCC, GCC High, DoD): Rollout begins early January 2026 (previously early December 2025) and is expected to complete by late January 2026. |
| 2025-12-05 | MC Title | New "Prepare" button added to the "Up Next" card for Microsoft 365 Copilot users | (Updated) New "Prepare" button added to the "Up Next" card for Microsoft 365 Copilot users |
| 2025-12-05 | MC Last Updated | 11/18/2025 00:51:38 | 2025-12-04T21:41:52Z |
| 2025-12-05 | MC MessageTagNames | New feature, User impact | Updated message, New feature, User impact |
| 2025-12-05 | MC Summary | Microsoft 365 Copilot users will see a new "Prepare" button on the Up Next card up to 5 minutes before meetings, replacing the "Join" button. This enables quick access to Copilot’s meeting prep tools. Rollout starts December 2025, requires no admin action, and is enabled by default for eligible users. | Microsoft 365 Copilot users will see a new "Prepare" button on the "Up Next" card replacing "Join" up to 5 minutes before meetings, providing quick access to Copilot’s meeting prep tools. Rollout begins January 2026, enabled by default for Premium license users, with no admin action needed. |
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