Introducing Copilot Mode in Edge, our next step towards building a more powerful way to pilot the web.
Intent
I need it when
Get quick answers and explanations while browsing without context-switching
Copilot Mode provides summarized web search results, detailed explanations, and follow-up question support directly in the browser sidebar. Users can ask complex questions, request simpler explanations, or get responses in different formats (tables, lists) without leaving their current page.
Summarize and organize large amounts of research across multiple open tabs
Copilot Mode groups related browsing into 'Journeys' and can summarize multiple tabs instantly. Users can distill information from 47+ tabs into key takeaways, organize research by topic, and revisit related content with one click, reducing cognitive load during complex research tasks.
Personalize browsing experience and maintain continuity across sessions
Copilot Mode remembers previous work through Copilot Memory, learns user preferences over time, and organizes browsing into Journeys for easy retrieval. This reduces repetition and allows users to pick up where they left off, making the AI more helpful and personalized with continued use.
Complete multi-step tasks like booking trips, making reservations, or sending gifts without manual form-filling
Copilot Mode can search, compare, fill forms, and complete tasks with user approval. Users describe what they need, and Copilot handles the steps across multiple sites, saving time on repetitive data entry and navigation.
Compare products and make confident purchasing decisions without switching between tabs
Copilot Mode enables side-by-side comparison of products, research of value, deal finding, and review analysis directly within the browser. Users can ask questions about products, get price insights, and identify pros and cons without leaving the shopping page, streamlining the decision-making process.
Drop
Not a fit when
User requires offline browsing without internet connectivity, as Copilot relies on web search and cloud-based AI processing
User needs a standalone AI assistant not integrated into a browser, preferring dedicated applications
User operates in regions where Copilot is not yet available (currently limited to US availability)
User requires guaranteed factual accuracy for critical research, as Copilot may produce incomplete, inaccurate, or misleading responses
User needs privacy guarantees beyond Microsoft's standards or operates in jurisdictions with strict data residency requirements