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PowerPoint: Clear view-only messaging

Microsoft 365 Message Center Archive by Merill Fernando

Summary

When you open a presentation you don't have permission to edit, PowerPoint now shows a clear "Viewing Only" message bar. It explains that the file is view-only, shows who created it, and tells you to contact the owner if you need more access.

Status
In development
General availability target
Nov 2026
Preview target
Not published
Products
PowerPoint
Clouds
Worldwide (Standard Multi-Tenant)
Release phases
General Availability
Platforms
Desktop, Mac
Source created
26 Oct 2026
Source modified
26 Oct 2026 · 16d ago
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