How to Show or Hide the Sidebar in Windows 11 Copilot
Hiding the sidebar in the Windows 11 Copilot app takes a single click.
Open the Copilot app. While in full view, click the sidebar button to open or close it. This toggles the display of your past chats for more screen space or easy access.
A Windows 11 Copilot+ PC has a dedicated Copilot key on the keyboard. Pressing this Copilot key opens the Copilot app by default.
Beyond hiding the panel, the app lets you enable or disable it, launch the tool at startup, or Pin or Unpin the Copilot side panel, Resize the Copilot side panel, delete chat history in Copilot, create a desktop shortcut, and more.
Starting with version 1.25023.101.0, the Copilot app features an updated interface with a new sidebar allowing users to start conversations and view their conversation history quickly.
This layout gives users a toggle to show or hide the sidebar.
Toggle Copilot sidebar button
The updated Copilot interface includes a control for toggling the sidebar on or off.
Follow these steps to toggle the sidebar:
1. Open the Copilot app.
2. While in full view, click the sidebar button to open or close it.
Copilot with sidebar.
Copilot without sidebar.
That completes the process.
Conclusion:
Managing the sidebar gives you a cleaner workspace whenever you need to focus. Key points to remember include:
- The Copilot key opens the app quickly for easy access.
- Users can enable or disable Copilot, allowing for tailored functionality.
- The new XAML application features an updated UI with a sidebar for improved navigation.
- The sidebar can be toggled on or off while in full view for a customizable workspace.
- Enhancements in version 1.25023.101.0 and higher offer an improved user experience with conversation management.
Controlling the sidebar enhances how you interact with the Copilot app, making it a versatile tool for productivity in Windows 11.
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