How to Enable Copilot in Outlook
A Comprehensive Guide to Activating Microsoft's AI Assistant
Copilot is a Microsoft feature integrated into applications like Microsoft 365 to provide AI-powered assistance to users. If you want to enable Copilot in Outlook, follow these detailed steps:
1. Check Availability
- Ensure you have a valid Microsoft 365 license that supports Copilot
- Note that this feature may not be available in all Microsoft 365 versions
2. Update Software
- Ensure you are using the latest version of Outlook
- Go to File > Office account > Update options
- Select Update now
3. Check Outlook Settings
- Open Outlook and navigate to Options (usually under File > Options)
- Look for sections like AI Settings or Intelligent Services
- Activate the necessary options to enable Copilot or similar AI-powered features
4. Microsoft 365 Admin Center (Enterprise Users)
- For enterprise environments, you may need administrator rights
- Contact your IT administrator
- Administrator can activate services and licenses in the Microsoft 365 Admin Center
5. Experimental Features
- New features like Copilot are sometimes introduced as "Experimental" or "Beta"
- Check under Outlook Options > General > User Interface > Enable Experimental Features
If Copilot is available for your Outlook version and account, it should be active after following these steps. For persistent issues, consult the official Microsoft support page or contact Microsoft support directly.