Introducing GPT-5 in Microsoft 365 Copilot

Introducing GPT-5 in Microsoft 365 Copilot

Microsoft has officially integrated OpenAI’s GPT-5 into Microsoft 365 Copilot, enhancing productivity tools like Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams, and Copilot Studio.
This rollout, announced on August 7, 2025, brings smarter, context-aware AI assistance across Microsoft applications.

_{Key Features of GPT-5 in Microsoft 365 Copilot}

_{1. Smart Mode with Dynamic Model Routing}

GPT-5 automatically selects the optimal AI model for each task.
High-speed model: for simple queries.
Deep reasoning model: for complex, multi-step tasks.
Ensures better performance and accuracy across all scenarios.

_{2. Enhanced Contextual Understanding}

Maintains context over longer interactions. Produces coherent and relevant responses, making AI feel more like acknowledgeable colleague.

_{3. Expanded Application Across Microsoft Tools}

GPT-5 is embedded in Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams, and more. Enables tasks like:
Summarizing documents
Analyzing data
Drafting emails
Streamlining workflows

_{4. Customization in Copilot Studio}

Developers and businesses can create custom AI agents tailored to workflows.
Supports everything from simple automation to complex orchestration.

_{Practical Use Cases}

‍Summarizing Complex Documents: Quickly digest lengthy reports and extract key insights.
Data Analysis in Excel: Generate formulas or analyze trends using natural language.
Email Management in Outlook: Summarize threads, identify action items, and draft responses.
Collaborative Planning in Teams: Track project progress, highlightimprovements, and document lessons learned.

_{Security and Compliance}

‍GPT-5 integration adheres to Microsoft’s stringent security, privacy, and compliance
standards.
User data remains confidential and is not used to train AI models.
Provides a secure environment for enterprise users.

_{Getting Started.}

‍Microsoft 365 Copilot users can access GPT-5 by toggling 'TryGPT-5' in Co pilot chat or Copilot Studio. The rollout is gradual, with full availability expected in the coming weeks.