check before: 2026-02-01
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Copilot, Copilot Chat, Exchange, Microsoft 365 Copilot, Outlook, Windows
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Android, iOS, Mac, Online, Web, World tenant
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Summary:
Microsoft 365 Copilot in Outlook now lets users create and view Inbox rules using natural language via chat, available on multiple platforms with a Copilot license. The rollout began February 2026, requires no admin action, and rules function like traditional Outlook rules, applying only to future emails.
Details:
Updated February 6, 2026: We have updated the content. Thank you for your patience.
[Introduction]
Outlook is adding new Microsoft 365 Copilot capabilities that let users create and view Inbox rules using natural language. This update helps users stay organized more efficiently by allowing them to ask Copilot to set up new rules or list existing rules directly in chat, without navigating Outlook settings.
A Microsoft 365 Copilot license is required to access this new feature.
Supported platforms: Available via Microsoft 365 Copilot Chat (Work mode). When used within Outlook, it's supported on Classic and New Outlook for Windows, Outlook on the web, Outlook for Mac, and Outlook mobile (iOS and Android).
[When this will happen]
General Availability (Worldwide): We began rolling out in early February 2026 (previously late January) and expect to complete by mid-March 2026 (previously early March).
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2026-01-29
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2026-02-07
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summary for non-techies**
Microsoft 365 Copilot in Outlook now allows users to create and view Inbox rules using natural language through chat, simplifying email management across various platforms for users with a Microsoft 365 Copilot license, with the rollout expected to complete by mid-March 2026.
Direct effects for Operations**
User Experience with Inbox Rules
Users may experience confusion or frustration if they are not familiar with natural language prompts for creating rules, leading to potential mismanagement of email organization.
- roles: End Users, Helpdesk Support
- references: https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoft-365/blog/2026/02/06/introducing-microsoft-365-copilot-in-outlook/
Helpdesk Documentation Updates
Helpdesk teams may face an increase in support requests if documentation is not updated to reflect the new natural language capabilities, resulting in longer resolution times for user inquiries.
- roles: Helpdesk Support, IT Documentation Specialists
- references: https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoft-365/blog/2026/02/06/introducing-microsoft-365-copilot-in-outlook/
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change history
| Date | Property | old | new |
| 2026-02-07 | MC Messages | Updated February 2, 2026: We have updated the timeline. Thank you for your patience.
[Introduction] Outlook is adding new Microsoft 365 Copilot capabilities that let users create and view Inbox rules using natural language. This update helps users stay organized more efficiently by allowing them to ask Copilot to set up new rules or list existing rules directly in chat, without navigating Outlook settings. A Microsoft 365 Copilot license is required to access this new feature. [When this will happen] General Availability (Worldwide): We began rolling out in early February 2026 (previously late January) and expect to complete by mid-March 2026 (previously early March). | Updated February 6, 2026: We have updated the content. Thank you for your patience.
[Introduction] Outlook is adding new Microsoft 365 Copilot capabilities that let users create and view Inbox rules using natural language. This update helps users stay organized more efficiently by allowing them to ask Copilot to set up new rules or list existing rules directly in chat, without navigating Outlook settings. A Microsoft 365 Copilot license is required to access this new feature. Supported platforms: Available via Microsoft 365 Copilot Chat (Work mode). When used within Outlook, it's supported on Classic and New Outlook for Windows, Outlook on the web, Outlook for Mac, and Outlook mobile (iOS and Android). [When this will happen] General Availability (Worldwide): We began rolling out in early February 2026 (previously late January) and expect to complete by mid-March 2026 (previously early March). |
| 2026-02-07 | MC Last Updated | 02/02/2026 22:54:41 | 2026-02-06T19:19:25Z |
| 2026-02-07 | MC Summary | Microsoft 365 Copilot in Outlook now lets users create and view Inbox rules using natural language. Rolling out worldwide from early February to mid-March 2026, this feature requires a Copilot license, works alongside existing rules, is on by default, and needs no admin action. | Microsoft 365 Copilot in Outlook now lets users create and view Inbox rules using natural language via chat, available on multiple platforms with a Copilot license. The rollout began February 2026, requires no admin action, and rules function like traditional Outlook rules, applying only to future emails. |
| 2026-02-03 | MC MessageTagNames | New feature, User impact, Admin impact | Updated message, New feature, User impact, Admin impact |
| 2026-02-03 | MC Summary | Outlook will enable Microsoft 365 Copilot to create and view Inbox rules using natural language, simplifying rule management without navigating settings. This feature, requiring a Copilot license, rolls out globally from late January to early March 2026, is on by default, and aligns with existing Outlook policies. | Microsoft 365 Copilot in Outlook now lets users create and view Inbox rules using natural language. Rolling out worldwide from early February to mid-March 2026, this feature requires a Copilot license, works alongside existing rules, is on by default, and needs no admin action. |
| 2026-02-03 | MC Last Updated | 01/29/2026 01:38:07 | 2026-02-02T22:54:41Z |
| 2026-02-03 | MC Messages | [Introduction]
Outlook is adding new Microsoft 365 Copilot capabilities that let users create and view Inbox rules using natural language. This update helps users stay organized more efficiently by allowing them to ask Copilot to set up new rules or list existing rules directly in chat, without navigating Outlook settings. A Microsoft 365 Copilot license is required to access this new feature. [When this will happen] General Availability (Worldwide): We began rolling out in late January 2026 and expect to complete by early March 2026. | Updated February 2, 2026: We have updated the timeline. Thank you for your patience.
[Introduction] Outlook is adding new Microsoft 365 Copilot capabilities that let users create and view Inbox rules using natural language. This update helps users stay organized more efficiently by allowing them to ask Copilot to set up new rules or list existing rules directly in chat, without navigating Outlook settings. A Microsoft 365 Copilot license is required to access this new feature. [When this will happen] General Availability (Worldwide): We began rolling out in early February 2026 (previously late January) and expect to complete by mid-March 2026 (previously early March). |
| 2026-02-03 | MC Title | Microsoft 365 Copilot: Create and view Outlook rules | (Updated) Microsoft 365 Copilot: Create and view Outlook rules |
| 2026-02-03 | MC End Time | 04/02/2026 09:00:00 | 2026-04-20T09:00:00Z |
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