Get ready for a more intuitive and efficient Windows experience! Microsoft is rolling out a wave of exciting new AI features for Windows 11, transforming how you interact with your PC. From scanning your screen to streamlining tasks, these updates are designed to make your daily digital life smoother, with some especially potent tools arriving for the new Copilot Plus PCs.
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Copilot Vision: Your Screen, Understood by AI
Imagine having an intelligent assistant that can “see” and understand everything on your screen. That’s exactly what Copilot Vision brings to all Windows 11 users through the Copilot app. This innovative tool uses artificial intelligence to analyze content across multiple open applications and webpages.
No more guessing! You can now ask questions aloud about what you’re seeing or even ask for help completing specific tasks. For instance, if you’re editing a photo, you could ask Copilot Vision, “How do I improve the lighting on this picture?” It’s like having a smart guide for everything you do on your computer. Microsoft has been testing forms of this feature for a while, and now it’s becoming widely available.
Exclusive Power for Copilot Plus PCs
While all Windows 11 users get some great AI upgrades, a suite of even more advanced features is reserved for the new Copilot Plus PCs. These devices, often powered by Snapdragon processors, are built from the ground up to handle demanding AI tasks directly on your computer, offering faster and more private AI experiences.
Smart Settings Assistant
Tired of digging through menus to find a specific setting? Copilot Plus PC users can now enjoy an AI-powered “agent” right within the Settings app. This smart assistant lets you use natural language — just like you’d talk to a friend — to find and even execute tasks. For example, you can simply say, “I want to enable quiet hours” or “connect Bluetooth device.” If the AI agent can perform the action, it will offer to complete it for you, saving you clicks and frustration. This feature is part of Microsoft’s broader vision to integrate Copilot AI deeply into Windows operations.
“Click to Do” Gets Even More Useful
The “Click to Do” preview feature on Copilot Plus PCs is also getting a significant upgrade, making your workflows quicker and more intuitive. This handy tool activates when you hold down the Windows key and left-click on an app, text, website, or other content. It’s designed to help you rapidly complete actions, such as summarizing a highlighted paragraph with a single click.
The latest update adds several powerful new actions you can perform instantly. Imagine practicing your reading fluency and pronunciation with the Reading Coach tool, drafting a document in Microsoft Word with Copilot’s assistance, or even scheduling a Teams meeting directly from highlighted text. It’s about bringing AI-powered productivity right to your fingertips, wherever you are on your PC.
Windows 11 Click to Do feature showing a highlighted paragraph being summarized by AI
Creative AI Tools in Paint and Photos
For the creatively inclined, Copilot Plus PCs are also receiving AI enhancements in popular apps like Paint and Photos. Paint now features an AI-powered sticker generator, letting you create unique visual elements effortlessly. There’s also a new object select tool that uses AI to intelligently separate and edit specific parts of an image, making precise edits easier than ever.
In the Photos app, Snapdragon-equipped Copilot Plus PCs gain a new AI lighting option, allowing you to instantly enhance the illumination of your images. And within the Snipping Tool, a “perfect screenshot” feature uses AI to precisely capture content on your screen, ensuring you get exactly what you need without extra cropping.
Microsoft Paint on a Copilot Plus PC showing the AI object selection tool in action, isolating a cat in an image
Beyond AI: Handy Updates for Everyone
Not all the new features are AI-driven. Microsoft is also rolling out some practical improvements for all Windows 11 PCs. One useful addition is a color picker within the Snipping Tool, making it easy to grab exact color codes from your screen. Additionally, there’s a new behind-the-scenes mechanism designed to automatically fix issues that cause unexpected PC restarts, leading to a more stable computing experience.
These exciting new features are gradually rolling out to all Windows 11 PCs over the next month. Some are already available through Windows’ non-security preview updates and as direct downloads from the Microsoft Store.
This wave of updates marks a significant step towards a more intuitive and AI-integrated Windows experience. Whether you’re getting the Copilot Vision features on your current PC or unlocking new powers with a Copilot Plus PC, these innovations are set to make your daily tasks simpler and more efficient. Keep an eye on your updates, and get ready to experience the smarter side of Windows!
