Discover the power of AI with Copilot in Windows

Copilot in Windows is an artificial intelligence (AI) assistant that enhances productivity and creativity. With the assistance of Copilot, you can get real answers, inspiration, and solutions for your questions, projects, and to-do-list.¹ Explore more tips and tricks for using Copilot in Windows.

Copilot in Windows is available in select global markets, including North America and parts of Asia and South America. It is our intention to add additional markets over time, including the European Economic Area. When Copilot has been activated on your computer, you will see the Copilot icon in your taskbar. In the meantime, try Copilot on the web.

There is no additional cost to use Copilot in Windows.

You can enable Copilot in Windows in a few ways: from your device’s taskbar, pressing the Windows logo key + C, or using the Copilot key if your device has one.^{1 8}

You don’t have to download Copilot in Windows. If you’re in one of the select markets and have a compatible Windows device, you can launch Copilot in Windows on the taskbar, by pressing the Windows logo key + C, or by using the Copilot key if your device has one.^{1 8}

The Copilot key joins the Windows key as a core part of the PC keyboard. When pressed on a keyset or keyboard paired with a Windows 11 device, the new key will invoke the Copilot in Windows experience. If Copilot is not available or enabled on the device, pressing the Copilot key will launch Windows Search. You will start to see the Copilot key on many of the new Windows 11 PCs and external keyboards from our ecosystem partners starting in early 2024. If your Windows 11 device doesn’t have a keyboard with a Copilot key, then you can use the Windows logo key + C shortcut to summon the same functionality.⁸

Windows 11 offers AI-powered features and tools to help elevate your experience. Easily make use of the Snipping Tool, voice access, and smart recommendations in File Explorer and the Start menu. Use AI to improve your creativity with Clipchamp, Paint, or the Photos app. Quickly use your digital pen and ink virtually anywhere⁷ on your device while you write and design with Copilot.

Yes! There are plenty of fun and easy ways to make the most out of using Copilot in Windows. Explore tips for using Copilot in Windows in a multitude of ways.

Copilot in Windows is available (in preview) on select Windows 10 devices. Copilot functionality on Windows 10 PCs is more limited than in Windows 11. Learn more about Copilot in Windows 10 and applicable system requirements for Copilot in Windows 10.

“Preview” means that Copilot in Windows is being rolled out with limited capabilities in select global markets. During this phase, we are continuing to improve the Copilot experience.