536579 – Microsoft Edge: v.144 – Copilot icon visibility

Product:

Copilot, Microsoft Edge

Platform:

Web, World tenant

Status:

Launched

Change type:

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Details:

Users can now manage the Copilot icon in their toolbar. To hide the icon, right-click the Copilot icon and select “Hide Copilot”. This will open Settings to toggle the icon’s visibility. Admins can control whether the Copilot icon shows in the toolbar using the Microsoft365CopilotChatIconEnabled policy.

Change Category:
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Scope:
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Release Phase:
General Availability

Created:
2025-12-04

updated:
2026-01-17

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summary for non-techies**

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Direct effects for Operations**

User Interface Changes
If the Copilot icon is hidden without user preparation, users may be confused about the absence of a familiar tool, leading to frustration and decreased productivity.
   - roles: End Users, IT Support Staff
   - references: https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoft-365/blog/2023/10/01/microsoft-edge-copilot-icon-visibility/

Policy Management
Admins may face challenges in managing user expectations and support requests if the Copilot icon visibility is changed unexpectedly, leading to increased workload and potential miscommunication.
   - roles: IT Administrators, Help Desk Staff
   - references: https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoft-365/blog/2023/10/01/microsoft-edge-copilot-icon-visibility/

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explanation for non-techies**

Imagine your computer's toolbar as a kitchen countertop where you keep all your essential tools within easy reach. Just like you might want to rearrange or hide certain kitchen gadgets to keep your space tidy and efficient, Microsoft Edge now allows you to manage the visibility of the Copilot icon on your toolbar.

If you find that the Copilot icon is not something you use frequently, you can easily hide it, much like putting away a blender you only use occasionally. To do this, simply right-click on the Copilot icon and select the option to hide it. This action will take you to the settings where you can toggle the icon's visibility on or off, depending on your preference.

For those in administrative roles, there's an added layer of control. Think of it as being the head chef who decides which tools are available to the entire kitchen staff. Admins can use a specific policy, the Microsoft365CopilotChatIconEnabled policy, to determine whether the Copilot icon should be visible on the toolbar for all users. This ensures consistency and control across the board, much like setting a standard for which tools are available in a professional kitchen.

This change provides flexibility for individual users to customize their workspace while also giving administrators the ability to maintain a uniform setup across an organization.