Search in the Microsoft 365 Copilot app helps you find answers fast across your work content, including files, emails, chats, and more. When your initial search returns too many results, filters help you narrow them down quickly. To learn more about Search, see Get started with Search in the Microsoft 365 Copilot app.
What you can do
Apply filters to focus on:
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Date range: See only recent content.
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File type: Limit results to Word, Excel, PowerPoint, or PDFs.
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People: Find items from specific authors or collaborators.
Try it
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In the Microsoft 365 Copilot app, select Search and enter your query.
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On the results page, choose Filters.
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To show recent content:
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Select Date and pick a range such as Past 7 days or Past month.
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To limit by file type:
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Select File type and choose Word, Excel, PowerPoint, or PDF.
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To narrow by author:
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Select People, then enter the person’s name or pick from suggestions.
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Combine filters for the most precise results.
Tips for the best result
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Start broad, then add filters one at a time.
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Use clear filters to reset and try a different combination.
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If you still can’t find what you need, check your account or permissions.
