MC1358831 – M365 Change Digest

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Copilot settings are being added to classic Outlook for Windows, letting users manage Copilot from the File menu without any change to licensing or admin controls.

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RoadmapIds

561491

Summary

Copilot settings will be added to classic Outlook for Windows under the File menu, allowing users to manage Copilot directly, including turning it on or off. Rollout begins June 2026 with general availability by August. No changes to licensing or admin controls; no action required.

Platforms

Desktop

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Updated August 7, 2026: We have updated the timeline. Thank you for your patience.

[What and Why:]

Copilot settings are being added to classic Outlook for Windows, allowing users to view and manage Copilot directly from the File menu, including the option to turn Copilot on or off. This change brings Copilot settings into the application where Copilot is used and does not change Copilot licensing, eligibility, or admin controls.

This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 561491.

[Rollout Schedule:]

Public Preview (Worldwide): We will begin rolling out in early June 2026 and expect to complete by mid-June 2026.
General Availability (Worldwide): We will begin rolling out in early July 2026 and expect to complete by end of August 2026 (previously late July).

[Impact on Your Organization:]

Who is affected:

Users with Microsoft 365 Copilot capabilities
IT admins and helpdesk teams who support Outlook or Copilot users

Platforms / Services:

Classic Outlook for Windows
Microsoft Copilot

What will happen:

Users with Copilot access in classic Outlook for Windows will see a new Copilot settings entry under the File menu.
Users can:
- Access Copilot settings directly within Outlook
- Turn Copilot on or off for their own experience
There are no changes to:
- Copilot licensing or eligibility requirements
- Existing admin controls or tenant-level policies
The feature does not enable Copilot for users who do not already have access.

[Action Required / Recommendations:]

No action is required to prepare for this feature.
Consider notifying helpdesk and support staff that Copilot settings are now available in the Outlook File menu.
Update internal documentation if you provide user guidance for Copilot in Outlook.

[Compliance considerations:]

Users can turn Copilot on or off directly from the application settings experience.

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