check before: 2026-02-01
Product:
Copilot, Microsoft 365 Apps, Microsoft 365 Copilot
Platform:
Online, Web, World tenant
Status:
In development
Change type:
Admin impact, New feature, Updated message, User impact
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Summary:
Microsoft 365 Copilot's Researcher Agent will add infographic export for reports and update Word and Pages output formats. Rolling out worldwide from mid-February to early April 2026, this default-enabled feature enhances report sharing and requires no admin action.
Details:
Updated February 5, 2026: We have updated the content and timeline. Thank you for your patience.
[Introduction]
The Researcher Agent in Microsoft 365 Copilot empowers users to create rich, detailed reports on any topic they choose whether from work or web content. We are introducing a new output formats in the Researcher Agent that will allow users to export generated reports into infographics. We are also updating the UX for previously existing output formats- Word and Pages.
This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 546246.
[When this will happen]
General Availability (Worldwide): We will begin rolling out in mid-February 2026 (previously early February) and expect to complete by early April 2026 (previously late December 2027).
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Created:
2026-01-30
updated:
2026-02-06
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summary for non-techies**
Microsoft 365 Copilot is enhancing its Researcher Agent by allowing users to export reports in various formats such as infographics, PowerPoint presentations, PDFs, and audio overviews, with a global rollout expected between mid-February and early April 2026.
Direct effects for Operations**
User Experience Impact from New Output Formats
Users may experience confusion or frustration if they are not informed about the new infographic export feature, leading to potential misuse or underutilization of the tool.
- roles: End Users, Content Creators
- references: https://www.microsoft.com/microsoft-365/roadmap?filters=&searchterms=546246#Roadmap
Potential Workflow Disruption
Without preparation, users may face disruptions in their workflow as they adapt to the new output formats, which could lead to delays in report generation and sharing.
- roles: Project Managers, Team Leaders
- references: https://www.microsoft.com/microsoft-365/roadmap?filters=&searchterms=546246#Roadmap
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change history
| Date | Property | old | new |
| 2026-02-06 | MC prepare | No action is required.
Admins may choose to: Inform users about the expanded export options in the Researcher agent. Update internal documentation if your organization references Researcher agent capabilities. [Compliance considerations] No compliance considerations identified. Review as appropriate for your organization. https://www.microsoft.com/microsoft-365/roadmap?filters=&searchterms=546246#Roadmap | No action is required at this time.
Admins may wish to inform users of the new output format available in the Researcher Agent in Microsoft 365 Copilot. https://www.microsoft.com/microsoft-365/roadmap?filters=&searchterms=546246#Roadmap |
| 2026-02-06 | MC Summary | Updated February 3, 2026: Thank you for your feedback. We will be providing updated guidance via Message center shortly. You can safely disregard this message. | Microsoft 365 Copilot's Researcher Agent will add infographic export for reports and update Word and Pages output formats. Rolling out worldwide from mid-February to early April 2026, this default-enabled feature enhances report sharing and requires no admin action. |
| 2026-02-06 | MC Last Updated | 02/03/2026 20:37:25 | 2026-02-05T18:04:00Z |
| 2026-02-06 | MC Messages | Updated February 3, 2026: Thank you for your feedback. We will be providing updated guidance via Message center shortly. You can safely disregard this message.
[Introduction] We're adding new output formats to the Researcher agent in Microsoft 365 Copilot to give users more flexibility in how they create, share, and use AI‑generated research reports. Based on customer feedback, users will now be able to export Researcher reports to additional formats and benefit from an updated experience for existing options. This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 546246. [When this will happen] General Availability (Worldwide): Rollout will begin in early February 2026 and is expected to complete by late December 2027. | Updated February 5, 2026: We have updated the content and timeline. Thank you for your patience.
[Introduction] The Researcher Agent in Microsoft 365 Copilot empowers users to create rich, detailed reports on any topic they choose whether from work or web content. We are introducing a new output formats in the Researcher Agent that will allow users to export generated reports into infographics. We are also updating the UX for previously existing output formats- Word and Pages. This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 546246. [When this will happen] General Availability (Worldwide): We will begin rolling out in mid-February 2026 (previously early February) and expect to complete by early April 2026 (previously late December 2027). |
| 2026-02-06 | MC End Time | 02/05/2026 09:00:00 | 2026-05-11T10:00:00Z |
| 2026-02-06 | MC How Affect | Who is affected: All users with access to the Researcher agent in Microsoft 365 Copilot.
What will happen: Users will see new and updated export options, including: New output formats: PowerPoint Infographic Audio overview Updated UX: Improved export experience for existing Word and Pages formats Additional details: These features are on by default; no admin configuration is required. There is no impact to existing workflows. Users can begin using the new formats as soon as they appear in their tenant. | This update gives users greater control over their research reports as they will now be able to convert their reports into a new format for easier viewing, use and sharing. This feature is enabled by default and designed to enhance user productivity without requiring admin configuration. |
| 2026-02-04 | MC MessageTagNames | New feature, User impact, Admin impact | Updated message, New feature, User impact, Admin impact |
| 2026-02-04 | MC Summary | Microsoft 365 Copilot’s Researcher agent will add new export formats—PowerPoint, PDF, Infographic, and Audio overview—and improve existing Word and Pages export UX. The rollout starts February 2026, completes by December 2027, requires no admin action, and won’t impact current workflows. | Updated February 3, 2026: Thank you for your feedback. We will be providing updated guidance via Message center shortly. You can safely disregard this message. |
| 2026-02-04 | MC Last Updated | 01/30/2026 01:07:26 | 2026-02-03T20:37:25Z |
| 2026-02-04 | MC Messages | [Introduction]
We're adding new output formats to the Researcher agent in Microsoft 365 Copilot to give users more flexibility in how they create, share, and use AI‑generated research reports. Based on customer feedback, users will now be able to export Researcher reports to additional formats and benefit from an updated experience for existing options. This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 546246. [When this will happen] General Availability (Worldwide): Rollout will begin in early February 2026 and is expected to complete by late December 2027. | Updated February 3, 2026: Thank you for your feedback. We will be providing updated guidance via Message center shortly. You can safely disregard this message.
[Introduction] We're adding new output formats to the Researcher agent in Microsoft 365 Copilot to give users more flexibility in how they create, share, and use AI‑generated research reports. Based on customer feedback, users will now be able to export Researcher reports to additional formats and benefit from an updated experience for existing options. This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 546246. [When this will happen] General Availability (Worldwide): Rollout will begin in early February 2026 and is expected to complete by late December 2027. |
| 2026-02-04 | MC Title | Microsoft 365 Copilot: Researcher agent output formats | (Updated) Microsoft 365 Copilot: Researcher agent output formats |
| 2026-02-04 | MC End Time | 01/31/2028 09:00:00 | 2026-02-05T09:00:00Z |
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