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Microsoft Edge Copilot

Overview

• This article provides an overview of the Microsoft Edge Copilot chat interface, explaining its features, known limitations, and troubleshooting steps.
• Copilot is designed to help you review web pages, extract key points, search for keywords, and more.
• As Microsoft Copilot is currently in its beta stage, some limitations are expected.
• Microsoft Edge Copilot is an AI-powered assistant integrated directly into the Microsoft Edge browser.
• It leverages advanced natural language processing to help streamline your browsing experience by offering features such as:
  • Content Summarization: Quickly summarize long articles or web pages.
  • Query Assistance: Answer questions or provide information based on the content you're viewing.
  • Research Support: Help gather insights and generate ideas while you browse.
  • Productivity Enhancements: Offer suggestions and automate routine tasks directly within the browser.

Accessing Microsoft Edge Copilot

1. Open the Microsoft Edge browser.
2. Once you have opened the browser look at the top right and you will see the Copilot icon.
   

Interface Overview

• Chat Panel:
  • Once you click the Copilot icon, a side panel opens with a chat interface.
  • This interface allows you to enter prompts, questions, and requests.
    
    
• Refresh Button (Position 1):
  • At the top of the panel, you will find a refresh button.
  • Use this button to refresh the Copilot chat if it becomes unresponsive or if you wish to start a new session.
    
    
• Prompt Entry Section (Position 2):
  • Below the refresh button is the area where you can type your prompts, questions, or commands for Copilot.
    

Known Limitations

• Certain pages, such as specific SharePoint documents, some web pages, and sections of SwinNet, may not be recognized by Copilot.
• This behavior is expected and considered normal during the beta phase.

Troubleshooting

• Unresponsive or Frozen Copilot:
  • If Copilot does not respond or freezes, please click the refresh button to restart the chat session.
    
    
• General Beta Issues:
  • As Copilot is in beta, occasional interruptions or issues may occur. Your feedback is valuable in improving its performance.

Encouragement for Early Adoption

• We encourage all users to familiarize themselves with Microsoft Edge Copilot.
• Despite its beta status, Copilot offers useful features that can assist with various tasks.
• Early adoption and user feedback will help enhance the tool’s capabilities over time.

 For additional questions or support, please contact our technical support team.