Will this upcoming update make Copilot your preferred browser on Windows 11?
Microsoft is rolling out an in-app browser feature for the Copilot app on Windows 11, with broader rollout beginning in late November following initial testing that started in March. The built-in browser allows users to open websites within Copilot without leaving the application—when users click a link, it opens side-by-side with the chat interface rather than launching their default browser. This functionality mirrors a workflow already available on mobile versions of Copilot.
The feature will initially be available through admin opt-in before expanding to a wider user base. By integrating browsing capabilities directly into Copilot, Microsoft aims to create a more seamless experience that keeps users within the assistant application during their workflow. This approach reduces context switching and allows simultaneous browsing and AI chat, potentially making Copilot a more integrated tool for information retrieval and research tasks on Windows 11.