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Microsoft Listens: Office Copilot Button Now Removable
22 May
Summary
- Microsoft will allow users to disable the floating Copilot button.
- The button's obstruction of cells angered many Excel users.
- A new option to move the button to the ribbon will appear next week.
Microsoft is implementing changes next week to address user feedback regarding the floating Copilot button in Office applications. This button, recently appearing in Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, has been a source of irritation, especially for Excel users due to its obstruction of cells.
Recognizing the need for greater user control, Microsoft will soon allow users to disable this dynamic action button. A new option will be introduced, enabling users to move the Copilot button from its floating position to the ribbon, thus preventing it from obstructing document content.
This adjustment follows Microsoft's recent efforts to streamline Copilot's presence across Windows 11 apps. The company aims to balance increased engagement with user preferences for a less intrusive experience, making Copilot more adaptive over time.
