OneDrive Text File Access Limitation in Copilot
I’m writing to follow up on a request I submitted approximately three weeks ago regarding Copilot’s inability to access the contents of text files (.txt or/and .docx) stored in OneDrive — even when those files are shared via link or stored under my signed-in Microsoft account.
This limitation continues to significantly reduce Copilot’s usefulness in document-based workflows, especially for writers and editors. As a novelist, I rely on Copilot to assist with structure, consistency, and creative refinement. However, without access to the full manuscript, Copilot cannot analyze previous chapters, track character development, or maintain narrative continuity. This forces me to work in fragmented pieces, which is inefficient and prone to contradictions.
I’ve tested the issue again using a shared OneDrive link to a .txt file. Copilot still cannot read or summarize the content, nor does it prompt for permission or offer any workaround. The behavior remains unchanged:
· Copilot can list filenames but not access file contents
· No error message is shown
· No prompt for authorization appears
· I am signed in to my Microsoft account and OneDrive is fully synchronized
I kindly ask whether any improvements are planned in this area, and whether Copilot will soon be able to read and analyze shared OneDrive documents. This feature would be a major step forward for writers, researchers, and anyone working with long-form content.
Thank you again for your attention and support.
Best regards.
If contact is needed, please send me a message through my Microsoft profile.