Use Copilot to get a detailed and contextual explanation for shapes and images (Win32)
[Windows, Web, Mac]
Users can now select shapes or images in PowerPoint and ask Copilot to explain them with detailed, contextual information.
Details:
What changed:
The Explain feature in PowerPoint has expanded beyond acronyms, text boxes, tables, and slides. Users can now click Explain on shapes and images to receive a contextual description of the selected object. This builds on earlier releases and broadens Copilot’s ability to interpret visual elements.
Why:
This enhancement helps users better understand visual content, making it easier to review, edit, or present information accurately.
Try this:
Select an image and choose Explain to get a summary of what it depicts.
Click Explain on a shape to understand its purpose in a diagram.
Use explanations to prepare speaker notes or refine slide content.
Why this matters:
Business impact:
Improves clarity and accuracy when reviewing or collaborating on presentations.
Personal impact:
Makes it easier to create polished, professional images.
Additional resources:
Blog:
Get clarity on complex presentations with Explainer in PowerPoint