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Microsoft Excel: Insert Data from Image retires starting July 2026

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MC1191944
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Summary

The Insert Data from Image feature in Excel for Windows Semi-Annual Enterprise Channel will retire in July 2026 with Version 2602. It remains until September 2026 in Version 2508. An enhanced version with Copilot chat is being developed for other channels.

Details

Starting in July 2026, the Insert Data from Image feature will no longer be available in Microsoft Excel on Windows devices using the Semi-Annual Enterprise Channel.

We’ll remove the feature beginning with Version 2602, scheduled for release in July 2026. It won’t be included in future Semi-Annual releases. The feature will continue to work in Semi-Annual Version 2508 until September 2026.

We’re developing an enhanced version of this feature that integrates with Copilot chat for Current Channel and Monthly Enterprise Channel users. Copilot chat is not currently available for Semi-Annual Enterprise Channel users. We’ll notify users when the new version becomes available.

Timeline

Published
Dec 3, 2025
Message published to Message Center
Updated
Dec 3, 2025
Message content updated
End Date
Aug 17, 2026
Message timeline ends

Tags

#User impact#Admin impact#Retirement

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