Disabling Agent Creation for End Users with Copilot for Microsoft 365
Hello! I am an IT admin at my organization, and we recently rolled out Copilot for Microsoft 365 for all end users. I would like our end users to be able to access agents published by my organization and Microsoft (Analyst, Researcher, etc.) but I do not want them to be able to create agents in Copilot Studio OR Agent Builder. We have disabled Copilot Studio at the license level, but our end users are still able to create agents in the M365 Copilot app with the "New Agent" button. To summarize, I want our users to be able to access Agents created by our organization and Microsoft, but I do not want them to be able to create any agents of their own at this time. Is there a way to do this? Thank you in advance, stevenwagner
Copilot pain points....
Guys… seriously… we need some improvements here. I’m not asking Copilot to solve quantum physics or decode alien transmissions. I’m asking a Microsoft program for help with a Microsoft program. You’d think that would be the one scenario where Copilot would shine, right? Like, “Ah yes, my home turf, allow me to demonstrate competence.” But no. I can’t even get Copilot to correctly explain how to do basic SharePoint tasks. BASIC. As in, “click the thing, then click the other thing.” Instead I get a TED Talk about SharePoint philosophy and a guided meditation on patience. And then there’s the folder comparison fiasco. I want Copilot to do something so simple it should practically be a reflex: Compare two folders on my hard drive and tell me if they’re identical. Copilot’s response? “Absolutely, I can do that!” Followed immediately by an ever‑expanding scavenger hunt of things I apparently need to do first. It’s like asking someone to hand you a screwdriver and they say, “Sure, but first you’ll need to assemble this IKEA shelving unit, install three dependencies, sacrifice a goat, and agree to a quest.” I’m glad to hear you’re merging all the copilots into one “super Copilot.” Great idea. Fantastic. But let’s be honest — I’m praying the one that survives is the personal Copilot, because Copilot 365… whew. That thing feels like it was built by a committee that communicates exclusively through interpretive dance. And don’t even get me started on the wrapper versions. Those are like Copilot wearing a Halloween costume of itself, but the costume is made of cardboard and disappointment. And by the way — I’m STILL waiting for Copilot to create an app or program that automatically files my Outlook emails into folders. This is not a moon landing. This is not a Mars rover. This is not a Nobel Prize category. This is a simple, everyday, normal-person task. Yet somehow Copilot treats it like I’ve asked it to build the next Windows release from scratch using only a spoon and positive thinking. Come on, guys. We love the vision. We love the potential. But the basics need to work before the magic tricks do.Is "Popular in Your Org" in the Agent Store Actually Based on Usage?
I've noticed something interesting in the Microsoft 365 Copilot Agent Store and I'm curious if others are seeing the same behavior. In the "Popular in Your Org" section, many of the agents being surfaced are either: Blocked by our administrators Not available for me to install Restricted due to licensing or governance settings This creates a somewhat confusing experience because the label implies these are agents that are actively being used or adopted within my organization. However, if users cannot install or access them, it raises questions about what "Popular in Your Org" actually means. A few questions for the community: Are others seeing unavailable or blocked agents appear in the "Popular in Your Org" section? Does anyone know what signals Microsoft uses to populate this list? Is it based on actual agent usage, admin deployments, views, recommendations, or something else? Is there a configuration option for admins to make this section reflect only agents that users can actually access? Has anyone found a way to better align this experience with organizational governance and available inventory? My expectation would be that "Popular in Your Org" would surface agents that are: Available to me (or my audience) to install/use Actively being used within the organization Relevant to my permissions and licensing Otherwise, it feels a bit misleading to highlight agents that users discover but ultimately cannot access. Would love to hear whether others have had the same experience and whether Microsoft has shared any guidance on how this section is populated. Thanks!Join Us Live: Understanding Copilot Cowork and Managing Copilot Credits
The way we work with AI is evolving rapidly, and so is the way organizations manage and scale those experiences. If you're exploring Copilot Cowork, navigating Copilot Credits, or looking for guidance on consumption-based AI experiences, you won't want to miss our upcoming live event. 🎙️ Live AMA: Understanding Copilot Cowork and Managing Copilot Credits Tuesday, July 21, 2026 9:00–10:00 AM Pacific Time Join us for a live webinar and Ask Microsoft Anything (AMA) featuring experts from the Microsoft 365 Copilot team as they dive into the latest capabilities of Copilot Cowork and share practical guidance for managing Copilot Credits across your organization. During this session, we'll explore: Who should be using Copilot Cowork How to allocate and manage Copilot Credits effectively Best practices for adoption and governance Strategies for scaling Copilot Cowork while maintaining visibility and control over costs This is your opportunity to hear directly from the experts, learn from real-world scenarios, and get answers to your most pressing questions. Whether you're an IT administrator, adoption lead, business decision-maker, or Microsoft 365 enthusiast, you'll leave with actionable insights to help your organization maximize the value of AI-powered collaboration. Bring Your Questions The session will include a live Q&A where attendees can submit questions and receive answers directly from Microsoft subject matter experts. The team is specifically focused on helping customers better understand Copilot Cowork, credit management, and the evolving landscape of AI consumption and governance. 👉 Register and join the conversation: aka.ms/CopilotCoworkAMA We look forward to seeing you on July 21!
Getting Started with Microsoft Copilot – Free Official Microsoft Learn Resources
Hello everyone, If you're interested in Microsoft Copilot, AI-powered productivity, or Microsoft 365, Microsoft Learn provides free official learning content, step-by-step modules, and hands-on training to help you build practical AI skills. Here are two official Microsoft resources you can explore: 📘 Microsoft Copilot Documentation https://learn.microsoft.com/copilot?wt.mc_id=studentamb_547403 📖 Microsoft 365 Copilot Learning Center https://www.microsoft.com/microsoft-365/copilot-learning-center?wt.mc_id=studentamb_547403 These resources are suitable for: • Students • Beginners • Developers • Professionals interested in AI and Microsoft 365 You'll learn about: ✅ Microsoft Copilot fundamentals ✅ AI-assisted productivity ✅ Microsoft 365 Copilot features ✅ Official guidance and best practices If you've already started learning Microsoft Copilot, feel free to share your experience or any additional resources you found useful. Happy learning!Stop Everyone Prompting Differently! Organizational Prompts in M365 Copilot (Full Walkthrough)
🚀 Microsoft just solved one of the biggest Copilot adoption challenges. Organizational Prompts allow admins to publish approved prompts directly to users across the organization. No more: ❌ Everyone prompting differently Instead: ✅ Standardized AI experiences ✅ Faster user adoption ✅ Company-approved workflows I just published a video explaining how it works. 🎥 Link in the comments 👇 What would be the first Organizational Prompt you'd deploy in your company? #Microsoft365 #Copilot #MicrosoftCopilot #AI #M365 #PromptEngineering #FutureOfWorkBest practical Microsoft Copilot / Agentic AI certification?
Hi everyone, I recently completed AB-730 (Drive AI Transformation in Your Organization) and really enjoyed the practical, business-focused approach. I'm now looking for a more advanced certification, learning path, or hands-on resource, especially around: Microsoft 365 Copilot with Cowork Copilot Studio AI Agents / Agentic AI Multi-agent scenarios Enterprise governance and implementation So far, AB-730 has been one of the most practical Microsoft trainings I've taken. What would you recommend as the next step for someone looking to go deeper into the agentic AI space within the Microsoft ecosystem? Thanks in advance for your suggestions!
co-pilot and other AI platforms are horrible
I spent more than three hours trying to solve a problem sharing calendars. Co-pilot spun me around in circles. I understand that Microsoft fired many programmers and depend more on co-pilot. This is a huge mistake. after all of the hours, I gave up and now I will have to pay a human to solve my computer problem. I sincerely hope that someone in Microsoft, who has a connection to decision making, will read this a take it seriously. I have used Microsoft hardware and software for more than 40 years, all the way back to Anytime, Anywhere Learning as a trainer and presenter. Could a human who is not interested in corporate profit pay attention to this huge problem.
Learning more about AI and productivity tools
Hello everyone! My name is Maya, and I am a Marketing major currently taking Information Systems courses. I recently learned about Microsoft Copilot and am interested in how AI can improve productivity and business operations. I look forward to learning from this community and hearing about others' experiences.
