Microsoft Copilot in Word can now track changes and manage comments
Microsoft just shipped Copilot features that legal and finance teams actually need — track changes and comment management in Word.
Why it matters
Microsoft is expanding Copilot's enterprise utility beyond chat into core document workflows, targeting high-compliance verticals (legal, finance) where AI adoption has been slower due to audit and governance requirements.
The key facts
8 to knowCopilot in Word gains track changes functionality
Copilot in Word gains comment management capabilities
Features targeted at legal, finance, and compliance professionals
Part of broader Copilot expansion into Microsoft 365 workflows
Copilot in Word adds track changes functionality
Copilot in Word adds comment management
Target verticals: legal, finance, compliance professionals
Feature availability: shipping as of April 2026
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Publisher excerpt: Microsoft is expanding Copilot in Word with new functions that, according to the company, are aimed at legal, finance and compliance professionals.