Microsoft rolls out specialized Copilot page for Edge browser

Software tech giant Microsoft rolled out a new AI Copilot interface on Monday for its widely used Edge browser. People who use the browser can now turn on a Copilot feature that takes up the whole of the front page when a new tab is opened, as opposed to the regular home page with news updates and other features. 

Source: Edge

The new update comes as multiple AI firms and tech giants release new features to improve upon existing systems, such as OpenAI’s recent debut of its ChatGPT agent feature. 

Microsoft Copilot update analyzes user intent

“With Copilot Mode on, you enable innovative AI features in Edge that enhance your browser. It doesn’t just wait idly for you to click but anticipates what you might want to do next,” said Microsoft in its official announcement. 

According to the company’s blog post, users of the browser will be able to automate tasks that normally require multiple tabs to complete, either by typing in a query or using the voice-enabled option.

Future updates are in development that will allow Copilot to carry out more complex tasks, such as booking a rental or a reservation, with all the necessary information provided to the person.

Copilot does this by looking through all tabs and deciding the user’s intent—only if given permission to do so—and helps to organize information cohesively for the benefit of the person.

Users who want to try out the new feature can do so by opening settings, searching for Copilot mode, and switching on the toggle for the feature. People who don’t have access to the update may have to wait as the rollout is completed for every region.

Source: Google Finance

At the time of reporting, Microsoft shares were trading at $510.67, down by 0.59%