Microsoft has extended access to the AI-powered Copilot feature to Windows 10 users, a functionality initially exclusive to Windows 11. To utilise this feature, users with compatible devices must install a "Release Preview" build that incorporates access to the AI-powered Copilot. Users will need to be enrolled in the Windows Insider tester programme to install the preview build and potentially try out Copilot on Windows 10 Home or Pro.
According to a report by The Verge, Windows 10 Home or Pro users that are in the Release Preview channel are eligible to Copilot now, and it will likely only be a matter of days or weeks before all Windows 10 users in supported markets get this new feature.
"It may take time for your device to be confirmed as eligible for Copilot on Windows so it may not show up right away even if you have the 'Get the latest updates as soon as they’re available' toggle on," the company was quoted as saying.
To run AI-powered Copilot, your system should have a minimum of 4GB of RAM and a display adapter supporting a resolution of at least 720p. The sftware giant has specified that the preview of the chatbot is currently limited to select markets, including North America and certain regions in Asia and South America, potentially restricting access based on geographical location.
The "Copilot in Windows" button will appear on the right side of the Windows 10 taskbar. Upon selection, Copilot in Windows will appear on the right side of the screen without overlapping desktop content or blocking open app windows, according to the company.
Meanwhile, in compliance with the Digital Markets Act (DMA) in the European Economic Area (EEA), Microsoft has implemented various changes to the operating system (OS). Users in the EEA can now choose between providers and uninstall most in-box apps, including the Microsoft Edge web browser and Bing Search from the Windows Search pane, as reported by Windows Central.