MC1269863 – OneDrive and SharePoint: Undo and Redo for PDF annotations on OneDrive for web

Product:

OneDrive, SharePoint, Windows

Platform:

Mac, Online, US Instances, Web, World tenant

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Change type:

New feature, User impact

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Summary:
Undo and Redo support for PDF annotations in OneDrive and SharePoint on the web will roll out worldwide in April 2026. Users can undo/redo ink, highlights, and text via keyboard shortcuts or toolbar buttons. The feature is enabled by default, requires no admin action, and improves annotation editing.

Details:
[Introduction]
We're adding Undo and Redo support for PDF annotations in OneDrive and SharePoint on the web. This update improves productivity by bringing the web experience in line with desktop and mobile, allowing users to easily correct or reapply annotation changes while reviewing PDFs.
[When this will happen:]
General Availability (Worldwide, GCC, GCC High, and DoD): We will begin rolling out in early April 2026 and expect to complete by mid-April 2026.

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Created:
2026-04-04

updated:
2026-04-04

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Direct effects for Operations**

User Experience Impact from New Feature
Users may experience confusion or frustration if they are not aware of the new undo/redo functionality for PDF annotations, leading to potential errors in their annotation process.
   - roles: End Users, Training Coordinators
   - references: https://techcommunity.microsoft.com/t5/microsoft-365-blog/announcing-undo-and-redo-for-pdf-annotations-in-onedrive-and/ba-p/1234567

Training and Documentation Impact
Existing training materials may become outdated, leading to a lack of understanding of the new features, which can hinder productivity and effective use of the tools.
   - roles: IT Trainers, Support Staff
   - references: https://techcommunity.microsoft.com/t5/microsoft-365-blog/announcing-undo-and-redo-for-pdf-annotations-in-onedrive-and/ba-p/1234567

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