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How to Enable Copilot in PowerPoint with Microsoft 365 Business Standard
Question details
The user needs to enable and access Microsoft 365 Copilot features within PowerPoint, but currently only holds a Microsoft 365 Business Standard license.
- Product
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Device & OS
- not provided
- Scenario
- Attempting to use AI presentation features in PowerPoint under a standard business subscription.
- Observed behavior
- The Copilot feature is missing or unavailable because Microsoft 365 Business Standard does not include Copilot by default.
Identify your organization's Microsoft 365 IT administrator, as you will need their authorization and assistance to acquire the required Copilot add-on license.
Request and Verify a Copilot Add-on License
Since the Business Standard plan does not include Copilot, your administrator must purchase and assign a separate Copilot add-on license to your account.
Microsoft 365 Copilot operates as a premium add-on. Even if you have a valid Microsoft 365 Business Standard subscription, the AI features will remain hidden in PowerPoint until the specific Copilot license is linked to your user profile.
Reach out to your IT department or Microsoft 365 global admin and request that they purchase a 'Microsoft 365 Copilot' license for your account via the Microsoft 365 Admin Center.
Once the admin confirms the assignment, log into your Microsoft account on the web. Navigate to 'My Account' and click on 'Subscriptions' in the left-hand menu.
Scroll through your list of active licenses and verify that 'Microsoft 365 Copilot' is explicitly listed alongside your 'Microsoft 365 Business Standard' subscription.
Refresh Account Credentials and Update PowerPoint
Force PowerPoint to recognize your newly assigned Copilot license by refreshing your login session and installing the latest Office updates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Does Microsoft 365 Business Standard include Copilot?
No, Microsoft 365 Business Standard does not include Copilot automatically. Copilot is a premium add-on that requires a separate license purchase from your organization's IT administrator.
Why is the Copilot button still missing in PowerPoint after my admin assigned the license?
Your desktop applications may need a refresh to recognize the new license. Try signing out of your account in PowerPoint, updating the application via File > Account > Update Options, restarting your computer, and signing back in.
How can I check if I have the correct Copilot license?
You can verify this by logging into your Microsoft 365 account online, navigating to your profile settings, and selecting 'Subscriptions'. You should see 'Microsoft 365 Copilot' listed under your active licenses.
