Introducing Copilot in OneDrive: Now Generally Available

We’re excited to announce that Copilot is now available.1 We offer OneDrive for the web to all commercial users with a Copilot license.2, OneDrive marks a major milestone in the way we work with files. Copilot brings the power of AI directly to OneDrive, helping you work more efficiently and effectively. Let’s take a look at how Copilot can change the way you work with files.

What can I do with Copilot on OneDrive?

Copilot is more than just a tool. It’s your productivity companion that works with you to make everyday tasks easier and help you achieve more. Here are some interesting ways to take advantage of Copilot’s capabilities:

Generate summaries for large documents
No more combing through long documents to find key points. Copilot lets you quickly create concise summaries of a single document or up to five files.3 You can easily get insights all at once and focus on what matters most.

Compare differences between multiple documents
Whether you’re working with contracts, financial reports, or job applications, sometimes you’re just looking for meaningful differences between files. Copilot lets you save time by quickly comparing up to five files without opening them and highlighting key differences between them in an easy-to-read table view.

Answer complex questions using files
Need insights from multiple documents? Copilot can analyze the contents of your OneDrive files and answer complex questions by pulling the right information from your stored data, turning your file storage into a source of valuable knowledge and insight.

Generate ideas for new documents
If you’re stuck and need some inspiration, Copilot can help you get started by suggesting outlines, ideas, or drafts based on files stored in OneDrive. For example, you can select relevant documents from OneDrive and ask Copilot to create a draft of your sales proposal, marketing strategy, or project plan.

How to get started with Copilot on OneDrive

Getting started with Copilot on OneDrive is easy. Hover over a supported file in OneDrive and click the Copilot button to choose from a menu of suggested actions or ask a question directly. You can also select up to five files and click the Copilot button in the command bar to launch it. Whether you need to summarize a report or gain insights from a file, Copilot is just a click away.

If you’re new to Copilot or want to learn more, check out our Getting Started Guide Get detailed instructions and tips on how to get the most out of this powerful new tool. If you need more answers, visit us. Frequently Asked Questions.

A smarter, more efficient future with OneDrive

With Copilot now fully available on OneDrive, we’re excited to see how this AI-powered assistant will transform the way you work. And even more exciting Copilot features are coming soon. Explore Copilot on OneDrive today and see how it can help you achieve more!

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1. Copilot on OneDrive requires a Microsoft Copilot for Microsoft 365 license.
2. Copilot on OneDrive is currently only available for OneDrive on the web and commercial users.
3. For a list of currently supported file formats, visit: Frequently Asked Questions.

About the author

Arjun is a Principal Product Manager on the OneDrive web team. His primary focus is applying the power of AI to the file experience of OneDrive and other M365 apps. Outside of work, I enjoy eating out, traveling and playing cricket whenever possible.