check before: 2026-05-01
Product:
Copilot, Microsoft Edge, Outlook
Platform:
Web, World tenant
Status:
In development
Change type:
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Details:
When users open links from Outlook, Microsoft Edge can automatically open the Copilot side pane to provide contextual insights and actionable suggestion chips based on email and destination content - such as highlighting key points, and recommending next actions - without disrupting the browsing flow. This experience helps users quickly understand content, take action with fewer steps, and get more value from Copilot while extending productive browsing time in Edge.
Change Category:
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Scope:
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Release Phase:
General Availability
Created:
2026-02-25
updated:
2026-02-25
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summary for non-techies**
Microsoft Edge's new Copilot feature automatically opens a side pane when you click a link from Outlook, highlighting key information and suggesting actions, thus streamlining your workflow by acting as a digital assistant.
Direct effects for Operations**
User Disruption
If the Copilot side pane opens automatically without user consent, it may disrupt the user's workflow and browsing experience, 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/introducing-copilot-in-outlook/, https://www.techradar.com/news/microsoft-edge-copilot
Performance Issues
The automatic opening of the Copilot side pane could lead to increased resource consumption on the user's device, potentially slowing down the browser and affecting overall system performance.
- roles: End Users, System Administrators
- references: https://www.zdnet.com/article/microsoft-edge-copilot-what-you-need-to-know/, https://www.theverge.com/2023/10/02/microsoft-edge-copilot-launch
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