check before: 2024-05-15
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Microsoft 365 Apps, Microsoft 365 for the web
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Online, Web, World tenant
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Change type:
Feature update, Updated message, User impact
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Summary:
Enhanced File menu and easier file renaming are coming to Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint for the web. Rollout started in May 2024 and will complete by June 2025. Improvements include intuitive navigation, efficient command access, and simplified file renaming. No admin action required; notify users and update documentation.
Details:
Updated June 10, 2025: We have updated the timeline below. Thank you for your patience.
Coming soon for Microsoft Word for the web, Microsoft Excel for the web, and Microsoft PowerPoint for the web: An enhanced File menu, so users can more easily create, open, share, export, and manage files. We have also updated the autosave experience and made file renaming more efficient.
[When this will happen:]
Targeted Release: We began rolling out mid-May 2024 and expect to complete by late July 2024.
General Availability (Worldwide): We will begin rolling out early August 2024 and expect to complete by late June 2025 (previously late May).
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Created:
2024-06-19
updated:
2025-06-11
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summary for non-techies**
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Direct effects for Operations**
Enhanced File Menu Navigation
Users may experience confusion and frustration due to the new layout and features of the File menu, leading to decreased productivity as they adapt to the changes without prior preparation.
- roles: End Users, Support Staff
- references: https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoft-365/blog/2024/05/15/whats-new-in-microsoft-365-may-2024/
File Renaming Process
The new file renaming process may lead to errors or misnaming of files if users are not adequately informed about the changes, potentially causing issues in file management and collaboration.
- roles: End Users, Project Managers
- references: https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoft-365/blog/2024/05/15/whats-new-in-microsoft-365-may-2024/
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explanation for non-techies**
Microsoft is rolling out some updates to the web versions of Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, aiming to make them easier to use. Think of these updates like rearranging a kitchen to make cooking more efficient. Just as you might move pots and pans to more accessible places, Microsoft is reorganizing the File menu to help users find what they need more quickly.
Previously, users found the File menu a bit cluttered and confusing, like a drawer full of mismatched utensils. Now, with the enhanced File menu, it's easier to navigate and find commands such as creating, opening, sharing, and exporting files. Imagine being able to open a drawer and immediately find the spatula you need; that's the kind of streamlined experience Microsoft is aiming for.
Another change is the improved file renaming process. Previously, renaming a file might have felt like searching for a label maker in a messy office. Now, you can simply click on the file name at the top of the window and type in the new name, much like jotting down a quick note on a sticky pad.
These updates are rolling out automatically, so there's no need for any administrative setup. It's like getting a kitchen makeover without having to lift a finger. Just inform your team about these changes and update any guides or documents you have that explain how to use these tools. This way, everyone can take full advantage of the new, more intuitive layout.
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| Date | Property | old | new |
| 2025-06-11 | MC Last Updated | 04/22/2025 22:17:32 | 2025-06-10T18:37:45Z |
| 2025-06-11 | MC Messages | Updated April 22, 2025: We have updated the timeline below. Thank you for your patience.
Coming soon for Microsoft Word for the web, Microsoft Excel for the web, and Microsoft PowerPoint for the web: An enhanced File menu, so users can more easily create, open, share, export, and manage files. We have also updated the autosave experience and made file renaming more efficient. [When this will happen:] Targeted Release: We began rolling out mid-May 2024 and expect to complete by late July 2024. General Availability (Worldwide): We will begin rolling out early August 2024 and expect to complete by late May 2025 (previously mid-April). | Updated June 10, 2025: We have updated the timeline below. Thank you for your patience.
Coming soon for Microsoft Word for the web, Microsoft Excel for the web, and Microsoft PowerPoint for the web: An enhanced File menu, so users can more easily create, open, share, export, and manage files. We have also updated the autosave experience and made file renaming more efficient. [When this will happen:] Targeted Release: We began rolling out mid-May 2024 and expect to complete by late July 2024. General Availability (Worldwide): We will begin rolling out early August 2024 and expect to complete by late June 2025 (previously late May). |
| 2025-06-11 | MC End Time | 07/07/2025 09:00:00 | 2025-09-01T09:00:00Z |
| 2025-06-11 | MC Summary | Microsoft 365 Word, Excel, and PowerPoint for the web are getting an enhanced File menu and easier file renaming. The rollout began in mid-May 2024 for targeted release and will complete by late May 2025 for general availability. No admin action is required, but users should be informed. | Enhanced File menu and easier file renaming are coming to Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint for the web. Rollout started in May 2024 and will complete by June 2025. Improvements include intuitive navigation, efficient command access, and simplified file renaming. No admin action required; notify users and update documentation. |
| 2025-04-23 | MC Last Updated | 03/05/2025 18:41:51 | 2025-04-22T22:17:32Z |
| 2025-04-23 | MC Messages | Updated March 5, 2025: We have updated the rollout timeline below. Thank you for your patience.
Coming soon for Microsoft Word for the web, Microsoft Excel for the web, and Microsoft PowerPoint for the web: An enhanced File menu, so users can more easily create, open, share, export, and manage files. We have also updated the autosave experience and made file renaming more efficient. [When this will happen:] Targeted Release: We began rolling out mid-May 2024 and expect to complete by late July 2024. General Availability (Worldwide): We will begin rolling out early August 2024 and expect to complete by mid-April 2025 (previously late February). | Updated April 22, 2025: We have updated the timeline below. Thank you for your patience.
Coming soon for Microsoft Word for the web, Microsoft Excel for the web, and Microsoft PowerPoint for the web: An enhanced File menu, so users can more easily create, open, share, export, and manage files. We have also updated the autosave experience and made file renaming more efficient. [When this will happen:] Targeted Release: We began rolling out mid-May 2024 and expect to complete by late July 2024. General Availability (Worldwide): We will begin rolling out early August 2024 and expect to complete by late May 2025 (previously mid-April). |
| 2025-04-23 | MC End Time | 05/26/2025 09:00:00 | 2025-07-07T09:00:00Z |
| 2025-04-23 | MC Summary | Microsoft 365 Word, Excel, and PowerPoint for web will soon have an enhanced File menu and easier file renaming. The rollout began in mid-May 2024 for Targeted Release and will complete by mid-April 2025 for General Availability. No admin action is required; users should be informed and documentation updated. | Microsoft 365 Word, Excel, and PowerPoint for the web are getting an enhanced File menu and easier file renaming. The rollout began in mid-May 2024 for targeted release and will complete by late May 2025 for general availability. No admin action is required, but users should be informed. |
| 2025-03-06 | MC Last Updated | 01/29/2025 21:45:19 | 2025-03-05T18:41:51Z |
| 2025-03-06 | MC Messages | Updated January 29, 2024: We have updated the rollout timeline below. Thank you for your patience.
Coming soon for Microsoft Word for the web, Microsoft Excel for the web, and Microsoft PowerPoint for the web: An enhanced File menu, so users can more easily create, open, share, export, and manage files. We have also updated the autosave experience and made file renaming more efficient. [When this will happen:] Targeted Release: We began rolling out mid-May 2024 and expect to complete by late July 2024. General Availability (Worldwide): We will begin rolling out early August 2024 and expect to complete by late February 2025 (previously late November). | Updated March 5, 2025: We have updated the rollout timeline below. Thank you for your patience.
Coming soon for Microsoft Word for the web, Microsoft Excel for the web, and Microsoft PowerPoint for the web: An enhanced File menu, so users can more easily create, open, share, export, and manage files. We have also updated the autosave experience and made file renaming more efficient. [When this will happen:] Targeted Release: We began rolling out mid-May 2024 and expect to complete by late July 2024. General Availability (Worldwide): We will begin rolling out early August 2024 and expect to complete by mid-April 2025 (previously late February). |
| 2025-03-06 | MC End Time | 04/07/2025 09:00:00 | 2025-05-26T09:00:00Z |
| 2025-03-06 | MC Summary | Microsoft 365 Word, Excel, and PowerPoint for web will soon feature an enhanced File menu and more efficient file renaming. Rollout began mid-May 2024 and will continue until late February 2025. These updates aim to simplify file management and address user feedback for ease of use. | Microsoft 365 Word, Excel, and PowerPoint for web will soon have an enhanced File menu and easier file renaming. The rollout began in mid-May 2024 for Targeted Release and will complete by mid-April 2025 for General Availability. No admin action is required; users should be informed and documentation updated. |
| 2025-01-30 | MC Messages | Updated December 5, 2024: We have updated the rollout timeline below. Thank you for your patience.
Coming soon for Microsoft Word for the web, Microsoft Excel for the web, and Microsoft PowerPoint for the web: An enhanced File menu, so users can more easily create, open, share, export, and manage files. We have also updated the autosave experience and made file renaming more efficient. [When this will happen:] Targeted Release: We began rolling out mid-May 2024 and expect to complete by late July 2024. General Availability (Worldwide): We will begin rolling out early August 2024 and expect to complete by late February 2024 (previously late November). | Updated January 29, 2024: We have updated the rollout timeline below. Thank you for your patience.
Coming soon for Microsoft Word for the web, Microsoft Excel for the web, and Microsoft PowerPoint for the web: An enhanced File menu, so users can more easily create, open, share, export, and manage files. We have also updated the autosave experience and made file renaming more efficient. [When this will happen:] Targeted Release: We began rolling out mid-May 2024 and expect to complete by late July 2024. General Availability (Worldwide): We will begin rolling out early August 2024 and expect to complete by late February 2025 (previously late November). |
| 2025-01-30 | MC Last Updated | 12/06/2024 01:41:02 | 2025-01-29T21:45:19Z |
| 2024-12-06 | MC Last Updated | 10/16/2024 01:14:59 | 2024-12-06T01:41:02Z |
| 2024-12-06 | MC Messages | Updated October 15, 2024: We have updated the rollout timeline below. Thank you for your patience.
Coming soon for Microsoft Word for the web, Microsoft Excel for the web, and Microsoft PowerPoint for the web: An enhanced File menu, so users can more easily create, open, share, export, and manage files. We have also updated the autosave experience and made file renaming more efficient. [When this will happen:] Targeted Release: We began rolling out mid-May 2024 and expect to complete by late July 2024. General Availability (Worldwide): We will begin rolling out early August 2024 and expect to complete by late November 2024 (previously early October). | Updated December 5, 2024: We have updated the rollout timeline below. Thank you for your patience.
Coming soon for Microsoft Word for the web, Microsoft Excel for the web, and Microsoft PowerPoint for the web: An enhanced File menu, so users can more easily create, open, share, export, and manage files. We have also updated the autosave experience and made file renaming more efficient. [When this will happen:] Targeted Release: We began rolling out mid-May 2024 and expect to complete by late July 2024. General Availability (Worldwide): We will begin rolling out early August 2024 and expect to complete by late February 2024 (previously late November). |
| 2024-12-06 | MC End Time | 01/06/2025 08:00:00 | 2025-04-07T09:00:00Z |
| 2024-12-06 | MC Summary | Microsoft 365 Word, Excel, and PowerPoint for web will have an enhanced File menu and more efficient file renaming. Rollout started in mid-May 2024, with full availability expected by late November 2024. The update addresses user feedback for ease of use and clarity in autosaving. No admin action is needed for the rollout. | Microsoft 365 Word, Excel, and PowerPoint for web will soon feature an enhanced File menu and more efficient file renaming. Rollout began mid-May 2024 and will continue until late February 2025. These updates aim to simplify file management and address user feedback for ease of use. |
| 2024-10-16 | MC MessageTagNames | Feature update, User impact | Updated message, Feature update, User impact |
| 2024-10-16 | MC Summary | Microsoft 365 Word, Excel, and PowerPoint for web will soon feature an enhanced File menu and more efficient file renaming. Rollout begins mid-May 2024, completing by early October 2024. The update addresses user feedback for easier file management and clearer autosave indication. No admin action is required for the rollout. | Microsoft 365 Word, Excel, and PowerPoint for web will have an enhanced File menu and more efficient file renaming. Rollout started in mid-May 2024, with full availability expected by late November 2024. The update addresses user feedback for ease of use and clarity in autosaving. No admin action is needed for the rollout. |
| 2024-10-16 | MC Last Updated | 06/19/2024 01:28:04 | 2024-10-16T01:14:59Z |
| 2024-10-16 | MC Messages | Coming soon for Microsoft Word for the web, Microsoft Excel for the web, and Microsoft PowerPoint for the web: An enhanced File menu, so users can more easily create, open, share, export, and manage files. We have also updated the autosave experience and made file renaming more efficient.
[When this will happen:] Targeted Release: We began rolling out mid-May 2024 and expect to complete by late July 2024. General Availability (Worldwide): We will begin rolling out early August 2024 and expect to complete by early October 2024. | Updated October 15, 2024: We have updated the rollout timeline below. Thank you for your patience.
Coming soon for Microsoft Word for the web, Microsoft Excel for the web, and Microsoft PowerPoint for the web: An enhanced File menu, so users can more easily create, open, share, export, and manage files. We have also updated the autosave experience and made file renaming more efficient. [When this will happen:] Targeted Release: We began rolling out mid-May 2024 and expect to complete by late July 2024. General Availability (Worldwide): We will begin rolling out early August 2024 and expect to complete by late November 2024 (previously early October). |
| 2024-10-16 | MC Title | Microsoft 365 Word, Excel, and PowerPoint for web: Enhanced File menu and easier file renaming | (Updated) Microsoft 365 Word, Excel, and PowerPoint for web: Enhanced File menu and easier file renaming |
| 2024-10-16 | MC End Time | 10/31/2024 08:00:00 | 2025-01-06T08:00:00Z |
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