Get instant answers with Microsoft 365 Copilot Chat
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Last updated: February 2026​​​​​​​
​​​​​Microsoft 365 Copilot delivers quick, relevant, and current information in a conversational format, so you don't have to sift through multiple search results for answers.
Ask Copilot Chat questions about specific files, messages, or general information.
You can also interact with Microsoft 365 Copilot using a powerful set of voice capabilities. To learn how to use voice capabilities in Copilot, see Get started with voice features in Microsoft 365 Copilot.
Ask questions to Copilot Chat
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Open Copilot Chat and sign in with your work or school account.
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In the Message Copilot compose box, enter your prompt.
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When you're done, select Send.
Example questions to ask Copilot Chat
Here are some examples where Copilot can quickly retrieve the information you need, along with suggested prompts to get the information.
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You want simple questions answered quickly, using information buried in your organization's data.
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You need to identify potential subject matter experts at work.
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You can't remember certain details about the next company conference.
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You want Copilot to surface information or insights from recent meetings or messages.
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You want to search for a meeting with people outside your organization.
Tip:Â If you want more information or results from Copilot, try the prompt
More ways to work with Copilot Chat
How Copilot Chat works with and without a Microsoft 365 Copilot license
Get started with Microsoft 365 Copilot Chat
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