Microsoft is rolling out a new update to its Copilot app for Windows, which includes a major upgrade called Copilot Vision. This innovation allows users to share their screen or individual apps with the AI assistant, expanding its capabilities beyond the Microsoft Edge browser, where it was previously confined.
Copilot Vision allows users to receive real-time support across several applications. Whether you're using Adobe Photoshop, analyzing images or webpages, or modifying settings in video editors like Microsoft Clipchamp, Copilot is meant to offer step-by-step assistance. The AI can also help users through complex software tasks, making it a useful digital coach for everyday chores.
To activate Copilot Vision, users simply click on the glasses symbol in the Copilot composer, select the browser window or app to share, and start asking for help. Copilot can then offer insights, answer queries, and guide people through their tasks. When finished, users can stop sharing at any time by clicking the "Stop" or "X" button.
This update, which is part of Copilot software versions 1.25034.133.0 and higher, is currently being tested with Windows Insiders, with Copilot Vision being released first to users in the United States. A broader release is expected over the coming weeks. In addition, Microsoft is testing a new file search feature within Copilot, allowing the assistant to search and retrieve information from files such as .docx, .xlsx, .txt, .pptx, .pdf, and .json on your PC.
Unlike the more complex Copilot Plus PCs, these features are compatible with the normal Copilot app, and Copilot Vision is also available for iOS and Android. While still in early beta and not fully functional, these improvements are a huge step forward in making Copilot a more intelligent, interactive assistant across devices. Microsoft is rolling out this feature gradually in order to improve the experience based on feedback from its insiders.