Excel Power-Ups 2026: Copilot Chat Now Supports Local Workbook Files
Discover how Microsoft Excel’s new Copilot Chat updates improve local workbook support, AI-powered data analysis, formula generation, and spreadsheet productivity in 2026. Microsoft is continuing its AI expansion across productivity software, and one of the most exciting developments in 2026 is the evolution of AI-powered features inside Excel. New updates now allow local file support for Copilot Chat in modern Excel workbooks, giving users smarter ways to analyze, organize, and manage spreadsheet data directly from their desktop files. For millions of students, analysts, accountants, and office workers, this marks a major shift in how spreadsheets are used daily. Instead of manually sorting through formulas, tables, and datasets, users can now interact with Excel using conversational AI assistance. What Is Copilot Chat in Excel? Microsoft Copilot is Microsoft’s AI-powered assistant integrated into productivity applications like Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Excel. Inside Micro...