This guide explains how to turn the Copilot Actions feature on or off in Microsoft Edge. This feature allows the AI to perform tasks for you while you browse the web.
Why use Copilot Actions?
Copilot Actions can help you save time by handling repetitive tasks, such as navigating to specific websites or summarizing information. It is designed to make your browsing experience more efficient by acting as a personal assistant.
What happens when done?
Once you change these settings, Microsoft Edge will either permit or restrict the AI from interacting with websites on your behalf based on your chosen security level.
Note: You do not need administrative privileges to change these browser settings.
How to change Copilot Actions settings
- Open Microsoft Edge.
- Click the Settings and more (three dots) menu icon in the top right corner and select Settings.
- Click on AI innovations in the left sidebar.
- Select Actions in Edge Preview in the right pane.
Turn On Copilot Actions
- Switch Actions in Edge Preview to the On position.
- Choose your preferred permission level:
- Light (least secure): Allows the AI to act on most sites without asking you first.
- Balanced (recommended): The AI works on trusted sites automatically but asks for permission on unfamiliar sites.
- Strict (most secure): The AI asks for your permission before working on any website.
- Click Manage what URLs can or cannot be accessed by Actions in Edge to create your own custom lists of allowed or blocked websites.
Turn Off Copilot Actions
- Switch Actions in Edge Preview to the Off position. This is the default setting for most users.
Once you have finished, you can simply close the Settings tab.
Summary
Copilot Actions provides an automated way to browse the web, but it requires caution. By adjusting the security levels (Light, Balanced, or Strict) and managing your own blocklists, you can decide how much control the AI has over your browsing sessions. To learn more about browser privacy, see View how you can manage your cookies.. For details on safety policies, visit Terms of Use and Content Policy..
References:
Copilot Actions in Edge – Microsoft Support
How do I turn on Copilot in Edge browser?
To enable Copilot in Microsoft Edge, click the three-dot menu icon in the top right corner and select Settings. Navigate to the AI innovations tab in the left sidebar. From there, locate the Copilot settings and toggle the switch to the On position to activate the AI assistant features.
How to enable Windows Copilot AI in Windows 11?
You can enable Windows Copilot in Windows 11 by opening the Settings app, navigating to Personalization, and selecting Taskbar. Locate the Copilot (preview) option and toggle the switch to On. Once enabled, the Copilot icon will appear on your taskbar, allowing you to launch the AI assistant instantly.
How to access Copilot actions?
Access Copilot Actions by opening Microsoft Edge and clicking the three-dot menu icon to select Settings. Click on AI innovations in the left sidebar, then select Actions in Edge Preview in the right pane. Here, you can toggle the feature on and configure your preferred permission level for the AI.
How to disable Copilot in Edge Windows 11?
To disable Copilot in Edge, click the three-dot menu icon and go to Settings. Select AI innovations from the left sidebar. Locate the Copilot or Actions in Edge Preview settings in the right pane and toggle the switch to the Off position to restrict the AI from performing browser tasks.
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