How to Enable Copilot Mode in Microsoft Edge on Windows 11

TThis guide explains how to turn the Copilot feature on or off in Microsoft Edge on Windows 11.

Microsoft Edge Microsoft Edge is the main web browser for Windows 11. You can also  switch to their preferred or favorite browser if you prefer something else. Edge is built on the same technology as Google Chrome.

Starting with Edge version 136.0.3240.92, Microsoft added a feature called Copilot Mode. This shows you smart suggestions and work tips right next to your search box. You will see a small Copilot icon in the search bar. You can click it to send your search questions directly to the AI.

Why use Copilot Mode?

It helps you get more done by giving you helpful hints while you search. It acts like a personal assistant inside your browser.

What happens when you are done?

Once you change the settings, your browser will update how it displays search suggestions, making your workflow faster and more automated.

If you do not see this feature, you can turn it on using a special command in the Canary, Beta, or Dev versions of Edge.

How to turn Copilot Mode on or off

You can easily control this feature in your browser settings. Follow these steps:

1. Open your Microsoft Edge browser.
2. Click the Settings and more button (the three dots in the top right corner).
3. Select Settings from the menu.
4. Click on AI innovations in the menu on the left side of the screen.
5. Use the toggle switch to turn Copilot Mode On or Off.

Note: If you do not see this option, you may need to enable it manually using a hidden flag. (This step may require admin privileges depending on your system setup.)

edge://flags/#edge-copilot-mode

Once you are finished, you can simply close the settings tab. Your changes will be saved automatically.

Summary

Closing the settings page saves your choices immediately. Copilot Mode adds smart productivity suggestions to your search box. The feature is available in newer versions of Edge (Canary, Beta, and Dev channels). You can toggle the feature under Settings > Copilot mode.

If the setting is hidden, use this link in your address bar: edge://flags/#edge-copilot-mode.