Microsoft 365 Copilot: Researcher agent output formats

Microsoft 365 Copilot’s Researcher agent will add new export formats—PowerPoint, PDF, Infographic, and Audio overview—and improve existing Word and Pages export UX. The rollout starts February 2026, completes by December 2027, requires no admin action, and won’t impact current workflows. Introduction We’re adding new output formats to the Researcher agent in Microsoft 365 Copilot to give users more flexibility in how they create, share, and use AI‑generated research reports. Based on customer feedback, users will now be able to export Researcher reports to additional formats and benefit from an updated experience for existing options. View image in new tab This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 546246. When this will happen General Availability (Worldwide): Rollout will begin in early February 2026 and is expected to complete by late December 2027. How this will affect your organization Who is affected: All users with access to the Researcher agent in Microsoft 365 Copilot. What will happen: Users will see new and updated export options, including: New output formats: PowerPoint PDF Infographic Audio overview Updated UX: Improved export experience for existing Word and Pages formats Additional details: These features are on by default; no admin configuration is required. There is no impact to existing workflows. Users can begin using the new formats as soon as they appear in their tenant. What you can do to prepare No action is required. Admins may choose to: Compliance considerations Inform users about the expanded export options in the Researcher agent. Update internal documentation if your organization references Researcher agent capabilities. No compliance considerations identified. Review as appropriate for your organization. Message ID: MC1224569

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