How to Use Version History to Monitor Changes in Loop Pages
You can use version history in Loop Pages to track edits. You can see changes as they happen. When you work with others, you see who made changes. You also see when the changes were made. Loop is special because it gives real-time updates. It shows who made each change right away. This makes it easy to watch every edit.
Loop helps you track edits with more detail than OneNote or Word. You can see updates in different Microsoft 365 apps without extra steps. This helps your team stay on the same page.
Key Takeaways
Click the three-dot menu on your Loop Page to find version history. You can see all saved edits. You will know who made each change and when it happened.
Loop Pages update right away. You can bring back old versions to fix mistakes. But you cannot look at two versions side by side. You also cannot see the exact changes between edits.
You can see who edited your page by checking version history. Use Copilot, Recap, notification feeds, and activity logs to stay updated.
Only people who can edit can restore versions. Restoring a version will replace the current content. So, make sure to choose carefully and talk with your team about changes.
Check your Loop Pages often. Share updates in a clear way. Use teamwork tools to keep your work neat and your team in the loop.
Access Version History
Open the Menu
To start tracking changes in your Loop Page, you need to open the version history menu. Look at the upper right corner of your Loop Page. You will see three dots (also called the "more options" menu). Select these three dots. This action opens a dropdown menu with several options.
Tip: The three-dot menu is your main control center for page actions in Loop. You can find many useful tools here, including version history.
After you open the menu, look for the option labeled "Version history." This option lets you see all the saved versions of your Loop Page. You do not need any special tools or add-ons. Everything you need is built into the Loop interface.
View Version List
Once you select "Version history," you will see a list of previous versions of your page. Each version in the list shows important details. You can see the name of the person who made the change. You also see the date and time when the change happened. This helps you track who edited the page and when.
The version list gives you a clear timeline of edits. You can scroll through the list to find the version you want. If you work with a team, you can quickly spot who made each update. This makes it easy to follow the progress of your project.
Note: Version history is a feature designed for Loop Pages. Microsoft plans to expand version tracking to more Loop components in the future. For now, you can use version history mainly with Loop Pages. Not all Loop content types have this feature yet.
By using version history, you gain better control over your work. You can always check past edits and make sure your team stays organized.
Track Edits and Changes
Identify Changes
You want to track edits in your Loop Pages to keep your work organized. Loop Pages give you a version history, but the way you identify changes is different from traditional document tools. When you open the version history, you see a list of saved versions. Each version shows who made the change and when it happened. You can scroll through this list to track edits over time.
Loop Pages do not show a side-by-side comparison of changes.
You cannot preview or compare specific edits between versions.
You can only see the list of versions and restore a previous version if needed.
Loop does not let you delete older versions or control how many versions are saved.
If you want to track edits in detail, you need to check each version in the list. You can restore an older version if you need to undo recent changes. This method helps you keep your work safe, but it does not show exactly what changed between versions.
Note: Loop Pages do not have markup features like "track changes" or revision control. You cannot accept or reject individual edits. You must adapt to a new way of tracking edits in this real-time, collaborative space.
To help you understand recent updates, Loop offers Copilot and Recap features. These tools give you quick summaries of what has changed.
Open your Loop Page and use Copilot to get a summary of the page.
Change the summary by entering prompts or editing the text.
Format the summary with bullet points or other styles.
Share the summary as a Loop component with your team.
The Recap feature focuses on recent changes. It gives you a quick overview so you can track edits without reading every version.
You can also use the notification feed and activity log. These tools show you when someone edits the page or adds new content. They help you stay updated without checking the version history all the time.
See Who Edited
When you track edits, you also want to know who made each change. Loop Pages make this easy. In the version history, you see the name of the editor next to each version. You can hover over text segments to see who contributed that content. This includes content created by Copilot. You always know who made each update.
This feature helps you track edits in a team setting. You can follow the work of each team member. If you need to ask about a change, you know who to contact. You also see when Copilot adds or changes content, so you can track edits made by AI as well.
Tip: If you want to track edits more closely, check the activity log. It lists actions taken by each user. This gives you another way to see who edited the page and when.
Tracking edits in Loop Pages has some challenges. You do not get detailed markup or the ability to accept or reject changes. You cannot lock content after finalizing it unless you change sharing permissions. Restoring a previous version will overwrite all current changes, so use this feature with care. Printing Loop components is not supported, so you cannot create static records of your edits.
You need to adjust your workflow to fit Loop's real-time, collaborative style. Use the version history, Copilot, Recap, notification feed, and activity log together. These tools help you track edits, see who made changes, and keep your team on the same page.
Restore Versions
Restore Steps
Restoring a previous version in Loop Pages helps you undo unwanted changes or recover lost content. You can follow these steps to bring back an earlier version:
Open your Loop Page.
Go to the upper right corner and select the three-dot menu.
Choose "Version history" from the dropdown.
Review the list of saved versions. Each entry shows who made the change and when.
Find the version you want to restore. Click on it to preview the content.
Select the "Restore" button. Loop will ask you to confirm your choice.
Confirm the restoration. The page will update to match the selected version.
Tip: Restoring a version will overwrite the current content. Make sure you pick the correct version before you confirm.
You do not need special permissions to view version history, but only users with editing rights can restore a version. Loop saves up to 50 versions, so you can go back through many changes if needed.
After Restoration
After you restore a version, Loop updates the page right away. The restored content becomes the new current version. All team members see the updated page as soon as you finish the process.
Loop keeps a record of every restoration. The system creates an audit log entry each time you restore a version. These logs track all events, including who restored the version and when. You can keep, export, or stream these logs to other tools for review. This helps your team stay accountable and makes it easy to track important changes.
Loop does not send notifications to users when someone restores a version. If you want your team to know about the change, you should tell them directly. You can use the activity log or your team’s communication channel to share this update.
Note: Restoring a version does not delete any previous versions. You can always go back and restore another version if needed. This feature gives you flexibility and control over your Loop Pages.
Limitations
No Side-by-Side Compare
When you use version history in Loop Pages, you cannot see two versions next to each other. You have to open one version at a time to check for changes. There is no preview that shows what is different between versions. You do not get a screen that highlights what was added or removed.
Note: If you want to look at changes, you must use the version list and its details. You can see who made a change and when it happened, but you cannot see exactly what was changed in one view.
Here are some main limits you should know:
You cannot look at two versions at once.
You cannot highlight or mark what changed.
You cannot accept or reject single edits.
You cannot delete old versions or choose how many versions Loop saves.
These limits mean you must be careful when you restore or check versions. You may want to write down important changes outside of Loop.
Permissions and Locking
Loop Pages use permissions to decide who can edit or restore versions. Only people with editing rights can make changes or bring back an old version. If you can only view, you cannot use these features.
You cannot lock a page to stop others from editing unless you change sharing settings. Loop does not have a built-in way to lock a page. If you want to stop changes, you must change permissions so only some people can edit.
Tip: Always check who can edit before you start making changes. This helps you avoid problems or edits you do not want.
You also cannot set up approval steps or make someone review changes before they go live. Loop is made for real-time teamwork, so you need to talk with your team about big updates.
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Knowing these limits helps you use Loop Pages better. You can plan your work and avoid problems as you track changes.
Tips for Monitoring
Review Regularly
You can keep your Loop Pages organized by setting up regular reviews. This helps you spot mistakes early and keeps everyone on track. Try these steps to make your reviews more effective:
Schedule review meetings on your team calendar. This makes sure everyone checks updates on time.
Collect feedback in one place. Use a single platform so comments do not get lost in emails or chats.
Use version history to label drafts and finished work. This keeps your pages clear and easy to follow.
Organize feedback rounds. Let team members resolve or reopen comments as needed.
Step back during reviews to see if your updates match your project goals.
Encourage teamwork. Use discussion threads, @mentions, and task lists to keep everyone involved.
Tip: Page locking helps you control who can edit your Loop Page. When you lock a page, only certain people can make changes. This stops unwanted edits and keeps your work safe. Use page locking when you finish a big update or want to freeze a page for review.
Communicate Changes
Clear communication helps your team stay updated and avoid confusion. You can use these strategies to share changes tracked in version history:
Share your work early and often. This invites feedback and keeps everyone in the loop.
Make updates easy to follow. Use clear titles and summaries so team members know what changed.
Post updates in your team’s main chat or channel. This makes sure everyone sees important news.
Write weekly status updates. This creates a routine and helps your team expect new information.
Keep updates short and focused. Too much information can overwhelm your team.
Use the same words and templates for updates. This helps everyone understand changes quickly.
Respond to feedback and show you value team input.
Use read receipts or reactions to check if team members have seen your updates.
You can also use notification feeds and activity logs to track edits and alert your team. These tools help you spot changes right away and keep your project moving forward.
You can track changes in Loop Pages by following these steps:
Check the version history to see all edits.
Pick a version to restore if needed.
Confirm your choice.
Watch your page update to the selected version.
Understanding Loop’s real-time updates is important. You cannot keep edits private before sharing. Copilot and Recap help you see summaries of changes. Page locking stops unwanted edits. Review your pages often and talk with your team to keep your work organized.
FAQ
How do you access version history in Loop Pages?
You open your Loop Page, click the three-dot menu in the upper right corner, and select "Version history." You will see a list of all saved versions with details about who made each change.
Can you compare two versions side by side?
No, Loop Pages do not support side-by-side comparison. You can only view one version at a time. If you want to check differences, you must open each version separately.
Who can restore a previous version?
Only users with editing rights can restore a previous version. If you have view-only access, you cannot restore or edit any version. Always check your permissions before making changes.
Does restoring a version notify your team?
Loop does not send automatic notifications when you restore a version.
You should tell your team about the restoration using your team chat or activity log to keep everyone informed.
How many versions does Loop save?
Loop keeps up to 50 versions of each page. When you reach this limit, Loop deletes the oldest version to save the newest one.