How to Use ‘Explain with Copilot’ in Windows 11 Notepad
The ‘Explain with Copilot’ feature in Windows 11 Notepad lets you highlight confusing text or computer code and get a plain-English breakdown using built-in artificial intelligence. This tool saves you time by explaining what text means right inside your text editor so you do not have to switch to a web browser.
Getting this feature requires Notepad version 11.2401.25.0 or later running on Windows 11. Once you have the correct version, you simply highlight your text, right-click it, and pick the Copilot option to see the help you need.
Highlight the text you want explained in Notepad, then right-click and select “Explain with Copilot” or press Ctrl+E. Confirm by clicking “Send” to get an AI explanation of the selected content.
Why use Explain with Copilot?
Sometimes, text files contain complicated code or strange logs that require translation. This utility lets highlight that text and request an AI assistant to explain the contents in plain English.
What happens when you use it?
Triggering the command sends the selected text to the Copilot assistant for processing. The system then generates a summary or explanation so the underlying details become clear.
How to use Explain with Copilot
Open Notepad, select the text or code needing analysis, then right-click to find the ‘Explain with Copilot’ option.
- Open Notepad on your computer.
- Open the text file you want to understand.
- Highlight the specific text or code you want explained.
- Right-click the highlighted text and select Explain with Copilot, or press Ctrl+E on your keyboard.
A new window will appear. Click the Send button to confirm the request for an explanation, and the AI will display the meaning of the text.
System paths remain accessible in other files, but operating this feature requires active navigation inside the Notepad app.
Summary
The "Explain with Copilot" feature in Notepad provides a rapid method for deciphering confusing text. Selecting target text and pressing Ctrl + E retrieves instant answers from the AI assistant, improving log and code analysis.
Reference: Windows blog
How do you use Copilot to write notes?
Copilot assists with note-taking through direct instructions. Clicking the Copilot icon, choosing 'Take notes with Copilot,' and typing commands produces summaries for meeting points or to-do lists.
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