RM531758 - Microsoft Copilot (Microsoft 365): Now smarter with visuals: Declarative Agents leverage embedded images for richer, more accurate answers

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Summary

Declarative Agents have been enhanced to interpret and ground responses using images embedded in files such as Word documents (.docx), PowerPoint presentations (.pptx), and PDFs. This capability allows the agent to extract insights from visual elements like charts, diagrams, and screenshots, ensuring that answers are not only text-based but also informed by graphical context. By combining textual and visual understanding, Declarative Agents deliver more comprehensive and contextually accurate responses for complex queries.

Last Updated

May 27, 2026

Published Nov 21, 2025

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Status

Launched

Release

General Availability

Platforms

Desktop

Service

Microsoft Copilot (Microsoft 365)

Tag

Launched
General Availability
Worldwide (Standard Multi-Tenant)

Cloud

Worldwide (Standard Multi-Tenant)

Description

Declarative Agents have been enhanced to interpret and ground responses using images embedded in files such as Word documents (.docx), PowerPoint presentations (.pptx), and PDFs. This capability allows the agent to extract insights from visual elements like charts, diagrams, and screenshots, ensuring that answers are not only text-based but also informed by graphical context. By combining textual and visual understanding, Declarative Agents deliver more comprehensive and contextually accurate responses for complex queries.

GA date: March CY2026

Version history

2 versions tracked

Updated 1 time since Apr 3, 2026. Microsoft Message Center only ever shows the current version; this archive preserves the history.

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  1. May 27, 2026 · 11:15 PMLatest · v2

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  2. Apr 3, 2026 · 10:15 PMOriginal · v1

    Changed: Initial version