OneDrive New AI Features and IT Pro Controls

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This Week in IT, Microsoft announces updates to OneDrive, including new AI-powered search, and new features coming for Microsoft 365 Copilot subscribers.

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Episode overview

Microsoft announced new features for OneDrive and Microsoft 365 Copilot at its recent event, including AI-powered search, a refreshed mobile app, and updates to the OneDrive desktop experience.

  • Future of Copilot Agents: In 2025, Microsoft will allow users to create custom Copilot agents to automate tasks, which can be shared and reused across platforms like OneDrive, Teams, and SharePoint.
  • AI-powered Search for OneDrive: OneDrive will feature AI-powered search that allows users to find files using natural language queries, enhancing the search experience beyond traditional fuzzy search methods.
  • Refreshed Mobile App: Microsoft is releasing a refreshed OneDrive mobile app, starting with Android and then iPhone, focusing on improving the photo experience and enabling photo imports from Google and Dropbox.
  • Consistent Experience Across Platforms: Microsoft aims to create a consistent experience across OneDrive, Windows, and Microsoft 365 by updating the desktop office app and the built-in File Explorer to align with the OneDrive web client.
  • SharePoint Document Libraries Update: SharePoint document libraries will be upgraded to offer a OneDrive-like file experience, including custom views, advanced search, and filtering options.
  • Offline Access for OneDrive: OneDrive users will now have offline access to their files, allowing them to view and organize files without an internet connection.
  • New Copilot Features: Microsoft 365 Copilot subscribers will receive new features such as file activity catch-up, Q&A on meeting recordings, and the ability to convert Copilot responses into Word documents.
  • IT Professional Tools: Microsoft introduced tools for IT professionals, including a Restricted Content Discoverability policy for SharePoint, expanded archiving capabilities, and a Site Policy Comparison Report.