489822 – Microsoft Edge: v.144 – Contextual nudges on address bar offering help summarizing webpages.

Product:

Copilot, Copilot Chat, Microsoft 365 Copilot, Microsoft Edge

Platform:

Web, World tenant

Status:

Launched

Change type:

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Details:

Microsoft Edge for Business plans to introduce an easy way for users to get summaries of their open page from the address bar using Microsoft 365 Copilot Chat. This feature seeks to help users more easily understand relevant content and save time.

Change Category:
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Release Phase:
General Availability

Created:
2025-05-02

updated:
2026-01-17

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summary for non-techies**

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Direct effects for Operations**

User Confusion
Users may be confused by the new contextual nudges and may not understand how to utilize the summarization feature effectively, leading to frustration and decreased productivity.
   - roles: End Users, Support Staff
   - references: https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoft-365/blog/2023/10/01/introducing-microsoft-365-copilot-in-edge/

Increased Support Requests
The introduction of new features without adequate preparation may lead to an increase in support requests as users encounter issues or have questions about the new functionality.
   - roles: IT Support, Helpdesk Staff
   - references: https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoft-365/blog/2023/10/01/introducing-microsoft-365-copilot-in-edge/

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explanation for non-techies**

Imagine you're at a busy library, trying to quickly find the key points in a stack of books. Instead of reading each book cover to cover, you have a helpful librarian who can give you a brief summary of each book, highlighting the most important parts. This is similar to what Microsoft Edge is introducing with its new feature.

In the latest version of Microsoft Edge, users will have the ability to get summaries of the webpage they are currently viewing directly from the address bar. This is like having that librarian at your fingertips, ready to give you a quick overview of the content you're looking at. The feature uses Microsoft 365 Copilot Chat, which is a tool designed to assist users by providing concise and relevant information.

For lawyers, managers, or HR staff, this means you can quickly grasp the essence of a webpage without having to read through all the details. Whether you're reviewing a legal document, analyzing a business report, or going through HR policies, this feature can save you time by summarizing the key points. It's like having a personal assistant who can distill complex information into digestible summaries, allowing you to focus on making informed decisions without getting bogged down by the minutiae.

This feature is now available worldwide, making it easier for professionals across different fields to access and understand information more efficiently. Just as a librarian helps you navigate a library, Microsoft Edge's new feature helps you navigate the vast amount of information on the web.