Microsoft leverages AI to push Windows 11 features through Copilot & Bing Chat

Windows Copilot, now a part of Windows 11, is a blend of Bing.com/chat and Microsoft Edge, seamlessly integrated into a Microsoft Edge-powered panel. The initial glimpse of Windows Copilot might have left users unimpressed, but things are poised to change for the better, thanks to more profound integration with the Windows 11 environment.

Employing Microsoft Edge APIs, the Windows Copilot development team is actively crafting inbox plugins that will empower the web-based Copilot to engage with fundamental OS features. This encompasses a spectrum of tasks, ranging from modifying settings and initiating applications to toggling the Dark Mode, adjusting screen brightness, and even parsing content from other applications.

In a noteworthy revelation from the Windows 11 preview builds, there's a conspicuous 'TaskManagerService-ai-plugin.json' file, hinting at the potential inclusion of Copilot in the Task Manager arena, allowing users to take charge of ongoing processes.

Windows Copilot's modularity could transform how you interact with Windows 11

A cornerstone of Microsoft's strategy for Windows Copilot is its modular architecture. This design is materialised through a mix of inbox plugins and potentially extendable third-party plugins. These plugins serve as conduits for an array of actions—launching applications, setting alarms, searching for files, and beyond.

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Orchestrated through JSON files, this plugin ecosystem is fortified by accompanying 'openapi.yml' files, streamlining communication between the AI and the core operating system.

Intriguingly, there are standout plugins, such as 'AccessibilityTools-ai-plugin.json,' with the potential to harness Copilot's capabilities for the benefit of users with disabilities, aiding them in traversing the intricacies of the system.