What Is Copilot Mode in Edge?
Microsoft launched Copilot Mode for its Edge browser on July 28, 2025. This experimental mode turns Edge into a smart AI assistant that helps you browse the web more easily. It combines chat, search, and navigation into one input box – you can type or even talk to Copilot Mode.
Why Copilot Mode Matters
Faster browsing: No more switching between tabs. Copilot looks across all open tabs (if you allow it) and answers your questions using that context. It can help compare product pages, hotel listings, or research topics.
Voice control: You can speak to Copilot. Say “open the cheapest hotel” or “summarize this page,” and it responds. Ideal for users who prefer speaking or have limited mobility.
Task guidance: Copilot Mode plans to help with bookings, errands, or travel planning. Soon, with user permission, it may access browser history and credentials to do tasks like restaurant reservations.
How to Use It
Opt in manually: Copilot Mode is not automatic. You must enable it in your Edge settings. It works on both Windows and Mac.
Use the new tab: When Copilot Mode is turned on, your new tab shows a clean page with one input box for chat, navigation, and search.
Grant permissions (optional): You may agree to let Copilot view open tabs, browsing history, and credentials for more advanced tasks.
Switch off anytime: Copilot Mode is fully optional. You can disable it if you want the classic Edge experience.
Pros and Cons
✅ Benefits
Saves time: Reduces tab clutter and time lost switching between pages.
Easy interaction: You can speak or type naturally.
Intuitive help: Copilot uses context to suggest next steps or compare what you’ve browsed.
⚠️ Things to Know
Experimental: Microsoft labels Copilot Mode as “experimental” and features may change over time.
Free for now: It is currently free in supported markets, but Microsoft may require a subscription later.
Privacy control: Copilot only accesses data you've permitted, and Microsoft says it respects privacy and security.
What the Future Holds
Microsoft says it will continue improving Copilot Mode. Future updates may include:
Deeper assistance for planning tasks,
“Journeys” that organize browsing history into themes,
This signals a move toward browsers that act more like proactive helpers than passive tools.
Final Thoughts
Edge’s new Copilot Mode is a fresh way to browse online. It acts like a smart assistant that knows what you’re doing across tabs. You can ask questions by typing or talking. With permission, it may even book things for you one day.
It’s free, optional, and made with user control in mind. This is part of Microsoft’s evolving vision of an AI-first web browser—not just a tool to access websites, but a partner that guides you through them. Give it a try today and see if it speeds up your browsing.
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