Release Notes
Improvements to Harvey for Word UI
A refreshed and modernized UI experience for Word.
Note: This update is rolling out in phases. You’ll see the changes in Harvey for Word by January 27, 2026.
What's New
We’re introducing a refreshed Word experience designed to make working with Harvey more modern, responsive, and intuitive.
- New homepage experience: You will now see suggested workflows and starter prompts based on the content of your document, helping reduce the “blank slate” feeling when beginning a task.
- Improved summary view: Full-document summaries and edit recommendations have been refined for clarity, making it easier to review and apply changes efficiently.
- Enhanced responsiveness: The interface now feels faster and more natural to use, with layout and design updates that better align with user workflows.
Why It Matters
The new interface helps you get started faster when working in Word. You get clearer guidance, cleaner navigation, and a smoother experience — without changing how Harvey works in Word.
How to Use
Core functionality is not changing, but you now have the option to select a suggested workflow or starter prompt.
FAQs
Q: Will my existing Word workflows change?
No — all existing functionality remains available. The update focuses on usability and presentation improvements.
Q: Do I need to reinstall or update anything?
No action is required. The new interface will automatically roll out.
Q: Can I still access older versions of the interface?
No, the previous interface will be fully replaced by the new design to ensure consistency and performance improvements.