Microsoft 365 Copilot: Comprehensive Copilot metrics in Copilot Analytics

New Microsoft 365 Copilot metrics will be added across apps like Edge, OneNote, Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, enhancing usage insights in Copilot Dashboard and Analytics. Rolling out worldwide from late April to late May 2026, this feature is automatic for licensed users with no required configuration changes.

[Introduction]

We are adding new Copilot metrics across Microsoft 365 apps to help you better understand how users engage with Copilot. These metrics include actions taken in the Microsoft 365 Copilot app, Microsoft Edge, and OneNote, and intent-based usage across Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. This update expands visibility into how users adopt Copilot and supports improved insights in the Copilot Dashboard and Advanced Analysis in Copilot Analytics. 

This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 557981.

[When this will happen]

• General Availability (Worldwide): We will begin rolling out in late April 2026 and expect to complete in late May 2026.

[How this affects your organization]

Who is affected

• This capability is available to users who are licensed for Microsoft 365 Copilot.
• All Microsoft 365 tenants with access to Copilot Dashboard or Copilot Analytics in Viva Insights

What will happen

• New metrics will appear in the Copilot Dashboard and Advanced Analysis.
• You will be able to track Copilot usage in the Microsoft 365 Copilot app, Microsoft Edge, and OneNote:

   

  

• Additional intent-based scenarios will be measured in Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. These scenarios include suggested replies, translation, coaching, and clean data.
• The feature will be enabled automatically for all tenants.
• A rollback is available and will be managed through flight control.
• No configuration changes or policy updates are required.

[What you can do to prepare]

• No action is required before rollout.
• You may choose to notify relevant teams about the new metrics.
• Update internal documentation if your organization tracks Copilot usage analytics.
• Review updated online documentation when it becomes available in early May.

[Compliance considerations]

No compliance considerations identified. Review as appropriate for your organization.