Introducing the Explore Pane in Microsoft 365 Copilot

Microsoft 365 Copilot introduces the Explore Pane, a new side panel offering guided, contextual steps in Create, Search, and Notebooks modules to help users use Copilot effectively. It rolls out worldwide from mid-November 2025, is on by default, and requires no admin action. We’re introducing the Explore Pane, a new side panel in the Microsoft 365 Copilot app designed to help users discover how to use Copilot effectively. This guided experience supports users in building confidence and unlocking the value of AI through contextual, step-by-step journeys across the Create, Search, and Notebooks modules. This enhancement aligns with our goal to make Copilot more approachable and valuable for all users. View image in new tab When this will happen: Targeted Release (Worldwide): Rolling out from mid-November 2025, expected to complete by late November 2025. How this affects your organization: Who is affected: All users of the Microsoft 365 Copilot app on Web, Windows, and Mac desktop platforms.. What will happen: Users will see a new Explore Pane when navigating to the Create, Search, or Notebooks modules. The pane provides guided, contextual steps to help users get started and find value in each module. The feature is on by default; no admin action is required. What you can do to prepare: Compliance considerations: We’re introducing the Explore Pane, a new side panel in the Microsoft 365 Copilot app designed to help users discover how to use Copilot effectively. This guided experience supports users in building confidence and unlocking the value of AI through contextual, step-by-step journeys across the Create, Search, and Notebooks modules. This enhancement aligns with our goal to make Copilot more approachable and valuable for all users. View image in new tab When this will happen: Targeted Release (Worldwide): Rolling out from mid-November 2025, expected to complete by late November 2025. How this affects your organization: Who is affected: All users of the Microsoft 365 Copilot app on Web, Windows, and Mac desktop platforms.. What will happen: Users will see a new Explore Pane when navigating to the Create, Search, or Notebooks modules. The pane provides guided, contextual steps to […]

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