How to Search Local Files with Windows 11 Copilot

Did you know you can use Copilot in Windows 11 to find files on your computer? It’s like having a smart helper that searches your documents, pictures, and more. You just type what you’re looking for in simple words.

With the latest update (version 1.25034.133.0), Copilot makes finding files easier than ever. It can search inside many types of files like pictures (.png, .jpeg, .svg), documents (.pdf, .docx), spreadsheets (.xlsx, .csv), and text files (.txt, .json).

Before you start, you need to give Copilot permission to search and read your files. This lets the app see what’s on your computer so it can help you find what you need.

To learn how to enable these permissions, visit this helpful guide:
Enable File Search in Windows 11 Copilot

How to Find Files Using Copilot in Windows 11

Follow these easy steps to start searching your local files with Copilot:

1. Open the Copilot app on your Windows 11 PC. You can click the Copilot icon on the taskbar or press Win + C on your keyboard.
2. Go to the Settings page inside the Copilot app.
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4. Find the Permissions section.
5. Turn on both File search and File read permissions.
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7. Now you’re ready! Just type in what you want to find. For example, type “Show me my vacation photos from last year” or “Find the report I worked on last week.” Copilot will quickly find your files.
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That’s it! You can now find files on your computer faster and easier using simple language with Windows 11 Copilot.

Why Use Copilot to Search Your Files?

• Easy Language: Just type or ask in everyday words. You don’t need to remember exact file names.
• Supports Many File Types: Works with pictures, documents, spreadsheets, and more.
• Simple Setup: Turning on permissions only takes a few clicks inside Copilot.
• Saves Time: Quickly find files so you can focus on what matters.
• Smart AI Search: Copilot uses AI to give you better and more accurate results.

Give it a try and see how Copilot can make finding files on your Windows 11 computer fast and easy!

Summary

Windows 11 Copilot makes finding files on your computer simple. You can search for documents, pictures, spreadsheets, and more by typing in everyday language. Before you start, you need to turn on the file search and file read permissions in Copilot’s settings. Once you do, you can ask Copilot questions like “Show me my vacation photos” or “Find the report I worked on last week.” Copilot uses AI to quickly find what you’re looking for. This saves time and makes searching your files much easier than the traditional way.