Updated February 12, 2026: We have updated the content and timeline. Thank you for your patience.
[Introduction]
The Researcher Agent in Microsoft 365 Copilot empowers users to create rich, detailed reports on any topic they choose whether from work or web content. We are introducing a new output formats in the Researcher Agent that will allow users to export generated reports into infographics. We are also updating the UX for previously existing output formats- Word and Pages.
This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 546246.
[When this will happen]
General Availability (Worldwide): We will begin rolling out in late February (previously mid-February) and expect to complete by early April 2026 (previously late December 2027).
[How this will affect your organization]
This update gives users greater control over their research reports as they will now be able to convert their reports into a new format for easier viewing, use and sharing. This feature is enabled by default and designed to enhance user productivity without requiring admin configuration.
[What you can do to prepare]
- No action is required at this time.
- Admins may wish to inform users of the new output format available in the Researcher Agent in Microsoft 365 Copilot.
