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Copilot in Word

Create, edit, and summarize documents online with AI using Copilot in Microsoft Word.

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Powerful AI writing assistant

Generate first drafts with AI

Move from a blank page to a clear draft in seconds with AI writer. Provide Copilot with a topic, goal, and outline to generate a well-structured document. Refine, expand, and polish to match writing style, audience, and purpose.

Refresh and expand existing text

Turn rough drafts, outdated content, or short paragraphs into clearer, more complete writing with Copilot in Word. Seamlessly expand ideas, add more detail, and update documents while maintaining the intended message.

Summarize complex documents

Save time reviewing lengthy content using AI summarizer. Turn long documents into concise summaries that highlight key insights, important details, and action items. Share essential information without reading every page.

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Write, edit, proofread, format, or organize documents faster with Copilot in Microsoft Word.

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Create structured documents fast

Chat with Copilot to quickly build structured, polished documents such as reports from scratch, training guides, and technical document templates. Include any reference documents, notes, and the required writing style to help Copilot produce a first draft in minutes.

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Edit and refine paragraphs to improve readability

Use Copilot to edit and refine lengthy notes into clear, structured sections for technical documents. Break up dense text into shorter paragraphs that are easier to read, scan, and share across newsletters, blogs or emails. In legal contracts and agreements, Copilot can help spot ambiguous language and suggest refinements to enhance accuracy.

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Break down lengthy text into clear insights

Use Copilot to condense long documents into concise summaries that highlight the most important points. Copilot identifies key ideas, themes, and decisions from complex files like business proposals or SOP training materials, making it faster to understand essential information.

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How to use Copilot in Word as an AI assistant

  1. Open a new or upload an existing Word document online.

  2. Chat with Copilot and tell it what you'd like to create, rewrite, or summarize.

  3. Attach files, upload documents from OneDrive, or provide links from the web for reference.

  4. Review and refine the tone, formatting, and style or give more information to Copilot.

  5. Insert the finalized copy into the Word document or copy it to use elsewhere.

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Frequently asked questions

  • How to know if Copilot in Word is enabled?

    Copilot appears in Word when an active Microsoft 365 subscription (opens in a new tab) with Copilot is available. With a valid subscription, the Copilot icon shows at the top of the Word window. Select it to open the chat panel.

  • Do Copilot prompts have a word or character limit?

    There is no fixed word or character limit in Word. Copilot accepts long prompts, but very large inputs may be shortened automatically. Keeping prompts focused helps Copilot produce clearer results.

  • Is text generated by Copilot in Word trustworthy?

    Copilot creates drafts based on the context provided, but the content should always be reviewed. Check for accuracy, clarity, and the level of detail needed for the task.

  • How does Copilot in Word use data and how secure is it?

    Copilot uses the same security, compliance, and privacy controls as Microsoft 365 services. It only uses data the signed‑in user already has access to and does not widen access to files. Prompts and generated content stay within the organization's Microsoft 365 environment.

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