Microsoft 365: Companion apps – Copilot prompts in the Files app now available for starter license users

Originally posted by Microsoft Mar 31, 2026 Uncategorized 0 Comments

The Files companion app, part of the Microsoft 365 companion apps suite on the Windows taskbar, now surfaces AI-powered Copilot file prompts for users with a Microsoft 365 Copilot Chat starter license. Previously available only to premium Copilot licensees, this update extends contextual file prompts to starter license users, enabling them to discover and interact with relevant files through intelligent suggestions. Users can find their most relevant files faster and take action on them directly from the Files app.

Product
Release phase	General Availability
Release date	May CY2026
Platform	Desktop
Cloud Instance	Worldwide (Standard Multi-Tenant)
Created	2026-03-30 23:00:38Z
Roadmap ID	558595
Roadmap Link	https://www.microsoft.com/microsoft-365/roadmap?id=558595