Microsoft Copilot (Microsoft 365): [Copilot Chat] Agent mode in Word enables conversational support to create, edit and refine document content from chat

Summary

Available for M365 users without a M365 Copilot license. From Chat, you can use natural language to generate and direct edits to new and existing documents, when in an Edit mode. In this mode, Copilot will ask clarifying questions if needed, and after making changes will recap actions take and recommended next steps. Changes to the document are supported with controls in the document canvas to review changes made.

Status
In development
General availability target
Feb 2026
Preview target
Not published
Products
Word, Microsoft Copilot (Microsoft 365)
Clouds
Worldwide (Standard Multi-Tenant)
Release phases
Current Channel, General Availability
Platforms
Web
Added to the roadmap
19 Dec 2025
Last changed
19 Dec 2025 · 9mo ago
recently changed
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