Jakarta, INTI – In today’s digital work era, which demands high productivity, many Office users face challenges in quickly creating documents, reports, or data analyses without mastering all the complex features of Word and Excel. Addressing this need, Microsoft has launched the Agent Mode in Word and Excel, as well as Office Agent in Copilot chat. The announcement and demo were held online from Microsoft’s headquarters in Redmond, Washington, USA. These features allow users to create documents, financial reports, and presentations using simple everyday language instructions. Through this innovation, Microsoft provides a human-AI collaboration solution, enhances work efficiency, and introduces the concept of vibe working for a new productivity experience.
Agent Mode in Excel: Simplifying Data Analysis
Excel has long been a reliable tool for data calculation, from household budgets to corporate financial reports. However, many advanced formulas could only be fully utilized by skilled users. This is where Agent Mode comes in: AI allows even ordinary users to achieve maximum results, effectively “understanding Excel language.” With simple instructions, users can automatically generate monthly growth charts, calculate loan simulations, or tidy up large tables. The results are claimed to be more accurate than some competing AI models, though they still do not surpass human precision.
Agent Mode in Word: Lighter and Interactive Writing
In Word, Agent Mode introduces a vibe writing experience, or interactive writing. Copilot not only drafts content but also provides suggestions, asks clarifying questions, and formats documents according to built-in Word styles. Users simply provide straightforward prompts, such as updating monthly reports, tidying documents according to brand guidelines, or drafting executive summaries. The AI helps maintain a smooth workflow, making the writing process lighter, faster, and more efficient.
Office Agent in Copilot Chat: Creating Documents and Presentations from Scratch
In addition to Agent Mode, Microsoft also launched Office Agent in Copilot chat, powered by Anthropic AI models. This feature focuses on helping users create Word documents or PowerPoint presentations from scratch. Users input prompts based on their needs, for example, creating an 8-slide presentation on coffee industry trends or a 5-page report on digital marketing strategies for SMEs. Office Agent then clarifies user requirements, conducts web research, and generates a preview. From there, users can immediately edit or finalize the output in Word or PowerPoint.
Conclusion
With the launch of Agent Mode and Office Agent, Microsoft ushers in a new era of AI-driven productivity, where Word and Excel are not just tools but interactive work partners. Users can now produce documents, reports, and data analyses more quickly and efficiently while maintaining control and output quality. This innovation reinforces AI’s role as a future productivity collaborator.
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