For the best results, write prompts that clearly describe the outcome you want.
Include details such as the audience, purpose, source material, format, tone, length, and any constraints Copilot should follow.
Examples of effective prompts
Create content Provide the document type and desired structure.
- Draft a customer brief with background, benefits, risks, and next steps.
Edit content Describe the specific change you want.
- Make the introduction concise and executive-ready without changing the meaning.
Reuse an existing document Reuse a template or document while updating the contents only.
Fill out an invoice using information from a purchase order PDF.
Update a regulatory approval package using the latest trial manufacturing data.
Use work context Copilot can find relevant work context from files, emails, meetings, and notes based on details in your prompt.
Summarize the team's priorities.
- Create a section based on [file name].
Refine a result If the first response is close but not quite right, continue with targeted refinements.
Shorten this by half.
Use a warmer tone.
Visualize this table as an infographic.
Writing suggestions for better results
• Include audience, purpose, tone, format, and length in your prompt.
• Provide context such as outlines, notes, or source files.
• Ask for one clear outcome or precise edit.
• Use follow-up prompts to refine a result instead of starting over.
• Review Copilot-generated content for accuracy, completeness, tone, style, and safety before sharing.