Roadmap ID 557561
In development
Microsoft Edge: Auto-open Copilot side pane for Outlook links
Microsoft 365 Message Center Archive by Merill FernandoChanges ChangeIntel observed:GA Oct 2026 → Dec 2026 seen 26d ago
Summary
When users open links from Outlook, Microsoft Edge can automatically open the Copilot side pane to provide contextual insights and actionable suggestion chips based on email and destination content - such as highlighting key points, and recommending next actions - without disrupting the browsing flow. This experience helps users quickly understand content, take action with fewer steps, and get more value from Copilot while extending productive browsing time in Edge. Admins can control availability to this feature using the M365LinksAutoOpenCopilotEnabled policy.
- Status
- In development
- General availability target
- Dec 2026
- Preview target
- Not published
- Products
- Microsoft Edge
- Clouds
- Worldwide (Standard Multi-Tenant)
- Release phases
- General Availability
- Platforms
- Web
- Source created
- 25 Feb 2026
- Source modified
- 16 Oct 2026 · 26d ago