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RM518290 - Microsoft Copilot (Microsoft 365): Preview and chat with Word, Excel, and PowerPoint files in the Microsoft 365 Copilot app on Android

Microsoft 365 Roadmap

Summary

When opening a Microsoft Word, Excel, or PowerPoint file in the Microsoft 365 Copilot app on Android, users will see a preview experience where they can use M365 Copilot Chat to command and ask questions about the file. If users wish to edit the document, they will transition to the standalone Word, Excel, or PowerPoint app. PDF scenarios are not affected. The feature will begin a phased rollout in December.

Roadmap ID

518290

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Last Updated

Feb 6, 2026

Published Oct 22, 2025

Status

Launched

Release

General Availability

Platforms

Android

Service

Microsoft Copilot (Microsoft 365)

Tag

Launched
General Availability
Worldwide (Standard Multi-Tenant)

Cloud

Worldwide (Standard Multi-Tenant)

Description

When opening a Microsoft Word, Excel, or PowerPoint file in the Microsoft 365 Copilot app on Android, users will see a preview experience where they can use M365 Copilot Chat to command and ask questions about the file. If users wish to edit the document, they will transition to the standalone Word, Excel, or PowerPoint app. PDF scenarios are not affected. The feature will begin a phased rollout in December.

GA date: December CY2025