Microsoft today announced that a first look at its AI-powered Windows Copilot personal assistant is rolling out to Insiders in the Windows 11 Dev Channel.

Windows co-driver was unveiled at this year’s Build conference, when the company said it would provide customers with “one-stop AI support.”

To open it, you need to click a button on the taskbar or use the keyboard shortcut WIN + C, which will make it appear on the right side of the screen, alongside other windows on your desktop.

The Windows Copilot panel will stay pinned to the side of the screen while you use other apps, providing uninterrupted access whenever needed.

“Once opened, the Windows Copilot sidebar stays consistent across your apps, programs, and windows, always available to act as your personal assistant,” said Panos Panay, head of Windows and devices at Microsoft, in May.

“It makes every user a power user, helping you take action, customize your settings, and seamlessly connect to your favorite apps.”

Windows 11 Copilot will allow users to issue commands and ask the AI ​​to automatically change settings or perform actions in the operating system. Here are some sample commands:

• “Go to dark mode.”
• “Turn on Do Not Disturb.”
• “Take a screenshot”
• “Summarize this website” (active tab in Microsoft Edge)
• “Write a story about a dog who lives on the moon.”
• “Get me a picture of a serene koi fish pond with water lilies.”

Windows Copilot currently offers a limited set of Windows settings plug-ins; however, it does not yet support third-party plugins at this time.

Microsoft plans to introduce more features and improve the Windows Copilot experience based on feedback from Windows Insiders.

“This first preview focuses on our integrated UI experience, with additional features to come in future previews,” Microsoft said.

“To use Copilot in this flight, you must have Windows Build 23493 or higher in the Dev Channel, and Microsoft Edge version 115.0.1901.150 or higher.”

Although it does not replace the search function, Windows Copilot replaces Cortana as the “personal assistant” built into Windows. In early June, Redmond announced that it end of support for Cortana standalone Windows app from the end of 2023.

“However, you can still access powerful productivity features in Windows and Edge, which have enhanced AI capabilities,” the company said at the time.