Microsoft Edge Integrates AI-Powered Browsing

AI is reshaping how we explore the web by turning browsing into a more intuitive, context-aware experience. While experimental AI browsers are testing new ways to present online content, Microsoft has taken a significant step forward with Edge.

Introducing Copilot Mode

Microsoft’s Copilot Mode is an AI-powered extension that’s designed to make browsing smarter and more seamless in Edge. It can summarise content, personalise results, compare results across tabs and enable you to interact with results via chatbot. Overall, it’s a great way to find meaningful answers faster.

Getting Started with Copilot Mode

Activating Copilot Mode is simple. You’ll be able to opt in from your Edge browser settings (it works on both Windows 11 and Mac).

If you prefer traditional browsing, Copilot Mode is fully optional and can be switched off at any time.

A More Personalised Experience

Copilot Mode is designed to learn from your browsing habits and offer a tailored experience, as it retains your preferences over time. Similar to Microsoft’s “Memory” feature, Edge can retain and understand your browsing traits to deliver answers that are more relevant to you.

This AI extension will soon be able to take action too. Planned features like “Actions” will be able to automate tasks like booking hotel reservations and using your location, past preferences and travel habits to make online tasks smoother and more intuitive.

Standout Features Making Browsing Smarter

Some of Copilot Mode’s standout features include:

• multi-tab analysis – Copilot can pull insights from several tabs at once, saving you clicks and effort.
• summarisation – quickly digest long articles or research pages.
• text-based previews – scan YouTube video results before opening them.
• interactive search – dive deeper into search results using the built-in chatbot.

These features are designed to help you save time and make information more digestible.

Looking Ahead

Microsoft sees Copilot Mode as a living tool, continuously evolving with new features. If you’re curious about the future of browsing, Edge’s AI-powered approach offers a glimpse into what’s possible when AI integrates with everyday web experiences.