How to Enable or Disable Copilot Actions in Windows 11

This article shows you how to turn the “Copilot Actions” feature on or off in the Copilot app for Windows 11.

When Copilot is installed on Windows, you can enable or disable it, open Copilot when Windows starts, Pin or Unpin the Copilot side panel, Resize the Copilot side panel, delete chat history in Copilot, create a desktop shortcut, hide the sidebar, use your phone with Copilot, and more.

Starting with version 1.25112.74 of the Copilot app, Microsoft has rolled out new Copilot Actions to Windows Insiders worldwide, except in the EEA region.

What Are Copilot Actions?

Copilot Actions work like a helper that does tasks for you. You simply describe what you want to do in your own words. The agent will then try to complete it by working with your desktop apps and websites.

Why would you use this? It saves you time by automating repetitive tasks.

How to Enable Copilot Actions

Follow these steps to turn on Copilot Actions:

1. Open the Copilot app.
2. If you haven’t signed into Copilot yet, please do so with your Microsoft account to sync your settings.
3. Click the Account button and select Settings in full view mode.

4. On the Settings page, go to the Permission settings.
5. Select Copilot Actions.
6. Toggle the button to turn the feature on or off.

7. Close the settings page when you’re done.

What happens when you enable it? Copilot will now be able to perform tasks on your computer and the web when you ask it to.

What happens when you disable it? Copilot will no longer be able to take actions on your behalf. You can still chat with Copilot, but it won’t interact with your apps.

Summary

Enabling or disabling Copilot Actions in Windows 11 is simple and quick. Here are the main points:

• Easy to Access: The Copilot app makes it simple to manage your settings.
• Account Required: You need to sign in with a Microsoft account to use this feature.
• One Toggle: Just one button click turns Copilot Actions on or off.
• Saves Time: Copilot Actions can do repetitive tasks for you automatically.
• You Control It: You can change this setting anytime you want.

By following these steps, you can easily turn Copilot Actions on or off based on what works best for you on Windows 11.

Reference: Microsoft Blog