Share OneDrive files with a Copilot-generated summary in Windows

You can now generate a file summary with Copilot and include it directly when sharing OneDrive files in Windows.

Roadmap ID:527840

Details:

What changed: A new option in File Explorer and the OneDrive Activity Center lets you summarize a file with Copilot and send that summary within the share dialog. Previously, users needed to create summaries separately before sharing.

Why: Sharing a file often means the recipient has to open it just to understand what it's about. Now, Copilot generates a summary for you so the people you share with get the key points upfront, right in the share notification.

Try this:

• Open File Explorer and select a file stored in OneDrive.
• Choose Share, then select the option to generate a Copilot summary.
• Send the file along with the summary to your recipient.
• Open OneDrive activity center and select a file.
• Choose Share, then select the option to generate a Copilot summary.
• Send the file along with the summary to your recipient.

Why this matters:

Business impact: Your recipients can quickly decide if a file needs their attention without opening it first. Whether you're sharing a proposal, report, or meeting notes, the summary gives everyone the context they need to act faster.

Personal impact: Makes it easier to communicate key points without extra steps.