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(Updated) Microsoft 365 Copilot: Add web links as references in Copilot Notebooks
Summary AI-generated
Microsoft Copilot Notebooks will let users with a Copilot license add public web links as references, expanding the content that can ground AI responses.
Suggested actions AI-generated
- Inform users about the new web link reference feature
- Update internal Copilot Notebooks documentation if applicable
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Original post from Microsoft
Updated June 5, 2026: We have updated the timeline. Thank you for your patience.
[Introduction:]
We’re introducing the ability to add public web links as references in Microsoft Copilot Notebooks. This enhancement allows users to ground Copilot responses on specific public web pages, expanding the types of content that can be used to inform and contextualize their work.
A Microsoft 365 Copilot license is required to use this feature.
This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 516040.
[When this will happen:]
General Availability (Worldwide): Rollout will begin in late May 2026 (previously late April) and is expected to complete by end of June 2026 (previously end of May).
[How this will affect your organization:]
Who is affected: All users of Microsoft Copilot Notebooks with a Microsoft 365 Copilot license.
What will happen:
- Users will be able to add public web links as references in their Copilot Notebooks.
- This expands current capabilities, which already support referencing Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and other file types.
- Users can now ground Copilot on public web content without needing to convert it to a file format (such as PDF).
- The feature will be enabled by default.
[What you can do to prepare:]
No specific preparation is required. However, we recommend:
- Informing users about the upcoming capability to enhance their productivity.
- Updating internal documentation if you provide guidance on using Copilot Notebooks.
[Compliance considerations:]
No compliance considerations identified, review as appropriate for your organization.
Additional details from Microsoft
- RoadmapIds
- 516040
- Summary
- Microsoft 365 Copilot Notebooks will allow users with a Copilot license to add public web links as references, expanding content sources beyond files. This feature, enabled by default, will roll out worldwide from late May to end of June 2026. No specific preparation is needed.
- Platforms
- Web