RM523205 - Microsoft Copilot (Microsoft 365): Use voice for Q&A during Read Aloud in Word

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Summary

Interact in real time with read aloud in Word with Copilot. While your document is being read aloud, you can ask questions with your voice—such as “What does this mean?” or “Summarize this section”—and get answers instantly. No need to pause and search manually. This keeps you in context, reduces interruptions, and helps you understand and act faster.

Last Updated

Aug 5, 2026

Published Oct 30, 2025

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Status

Launched

Release

General Availability

Platforms

Desktop

Service

Word
Microsoft Copilot (Microsoft 365)

Tag

Launched
General Availability
Worldwide (Standard Multi-Tenant)

Cloud

Worldwide (Standard Multi-Tenant)

Description

Interact in real time with read aloud in Word with Copilot. While your document is being read aloud, you can ask questions with your voice—such as “What does this mean?” or “Summarize this section”—and get answers instantly. No need to pause and search manually. This keeps you in context, reduces interruptions, and helps you understand and act faster.

GA date: February CY2026

Version history

2 versions tracked

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  1. Aug 5, 2026 · 10:47 PMLatest · v2

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  2. Feb 10, 2026 · 12:15 AMOriginal · v1

    Changed: Initial version