What Is Copilot Vision?
Copilot Vision lets Microsoft’s AI assistant see what’s on your screen when enabled, enhancing your interaction with webpages. Whether it’s text, images, videos, or even handwritten notes, Copilot can “read” along with you and answer questions in real-time.
You can communicate via text or voice, making it a seamless and dynamic tool for exploring the web.
Microsoft describes Copilot Vision as a way to make browsing more collaborative: “When you choose to enable Copilot Vision, it sees the page you’re on, it reads along with you, and you can talk through the problem you’re facing together.”
How Can Copilot Vision Help?
This feature is designed for a variety of practical scenarios:
- Shopping Assistance: While browsing sites like Amazon or Zappos, Copilot can help by suggesting items, comparing reviews, or even identifying deals that match your preferences.
- Travel Planning: Whether checking museum details or exploring restaurant reviews, Copilot can point out relevant highlights, such as events or top-rated experiences for anniversaries.
- Gaming: Gamers can use Copilot Vision to access tips or recommendations without switching tabs, complementing Edge’s existing Game Assist feature.
Microsoft shared examples of Copilot Vision supporting users in co-planning, shopping, and gaming to demonstrate its versatility.
Privacy Centered Design
Privacy is a priority for Copilot Vision, building on Microsoft’s earlier AI tools like Windows Recall. The feature is entirely opt-in, and its current beta limits functionality to specific websites.
After each session, the AI clears browsing data, ensuring no lingering storage of personal information. The company only logs general tool responses to enhance safety and refine the system.
Gradual Rollout for Improved Functionality
To ensure high-quality performance, Microsoft is following a cautious rollout plan. Currently, the preview is only available through Copilot Labs for select Copilot Pro users in the U.S. Supported websites are limited, but Microsoft plans to expand access and compatibility over time, based on user feedback and testing results.
In a statement, Microsoft explained: “We’re taking our time to gather feedback, iterate on the technology, and will expand access to more Pro subscribers and more websites over time.”
Who Can Try Copilot Vision Now?
If you’re a Copilot Pro subscriber in the United States, you can check your eligibility via Copilot Labs. If available, activating the feature is as simple as opting in, letting you explore this cutting-edge AI tool before it becomes widely accessible.
