Microsoft Copilot revolutionizes the way we work by using AI to automate and simplify everyday tasks in Microsoft 365. This advanced, AI-driven assistant is deeply integrated into the Microsoft ecosystem and supports users through a variety of applications to increase efficiency and productivity.
What is Microsoft Copilot?
Microsoft Copilot is a powerful AI assistant specifically designed to support you in a variety of Microsoft applications. It is your personal helper that transforms the way you work with the following features:
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Automatic content creation in Word: AI helps you create documents faster by generating text suggestions based on the context you enter.
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Data analysis in Excel: Ask questions in natural language to perform complex data analysis, identify trends and automatically generate visual representations such as charts.
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Email management in Outlook: Copilot can analyze and prioritize your emails, help you respond faster to important messages and provide summaries of long email chains.
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Dynamic presentation creation in PowerPoint: The extension can compile a presentation from existing materials that emphasizes important points and is attractively designed.
Is Microsoft Copilot free of charge?
There are two variants here:
Microsoft Copilot (as an AI chat assistant) is available free of charge and can be used directly in the browser. This free version offers basic functions and is ideal for individuals or small teams who are not dependent on the more extensive corporate functions.
Microsoft Copilot (as an extension to the Office applications) is not free. It is part of Microsoft 365 subscriptions specifically designed for businesses and organizations. For individual users or smaller teams, it is part of a paid package that includes other Microsoft Office applications and services.
How do I get Microsoft Copilot?
To use Microsoft Copilot, you need a Microsoft 365 subscription that includes Copilot features. After purchasing the subscription, you can activate and use the functions in compatible Microsoft applications such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.
Key functions of Microsoft Copilot
Integrated AI functions
Microsoft Copilot is integrated into popular applications such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and Teams. Its main functions include:
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Text generation and editing: Automatic creation and improvement of texts based on contextual understanding.
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Data analysis and reporting: Advanced data analysis skills in Excel, including the creation of pivot tables and graphs in response to simple language queries.
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Email management: Automation of email management in Outlook by summarizing email threads and generating reply suggestions.
Developer support
The integration with GitHub expands the possibilities for developers with AI-driven code suggestions that increase productivity and improve the quality of work.
Teamwork and communication
In Microsoft Teams, Copilot facilitates the organization of meetings, summarizes discussions and suggests action points to optimize teamwork.
Further development and future plans
Microsoft is committed to further developing Copilot to offer customized and even smarter AI experiences. Future updates could include features such as Internet of Things (IoT) integration, multilingual support and deep personalized customizations that will make Copilot an even more powerful tool in a globalized workplace.
Conclusion
Microsoft Copilot will play a key role in the future world of work. Not only does it offer support through AI and automation, but it is also embedded in the widely used world of Microsoft applications. Soon your company will no longer be able to avoid using Copilot's AI functions - so what are you waiting for? Be at the forefront and get in touch with us for a no-obligation discussion!
