Microsoft Copilot (Microsoft 365): Local file support for Agent Mode in Excel

Originally posted by Microsoft Feb 20, 2026 Uncategorized 0 Comments

Extending support for modern Excel workbooks stored on your device to Agent Mode in Excel, giving users the flexibility to use multi-step editing capabilities with Copilot in Excel no matter whether files are stored locally or in the cloud.

Product	Excel
Release phase	General Availability
Release date	March CY2026
Platform	Mac
Cloud Instance	Worldwide (Standard Multi-Tenant)
Created	2026-02-20 00:00:24Z
Roadmap ID	557564
Roadmap Link	https://www.microsoft.com/microsoft-365/roadmap?id=557564