Copilot in OneDrive: Revolutionizing Document Interaction

Posted on: 08/17/2024

Copilot in OneDrive is here, and it promises to revolutionize how we interact with documents. With features like summarizing documents, creating FAQs, and asking questions about document content, Copilot offers a powerful toolset for enhancing productivity and efficiency.

Introduction to Copilot in OneDrive

Copilot for M365 users can now access its powerful features in Microsoft OneDrive. The eagerly awaited update arrived on August 8th, 2024, bringing with it a host of functionalities designed to streamline document management.

For optimal performance, it is recommended to use Microsoft Edge, as some features may not be available in other browsers like Chrome. When I initially tested, Copilot did not appear in OneDrive in Chrome. It now appears in Chrome. Let's delve into the three main features Copilot offers in OneDrive.

Summarize
Create a FAQ
Ask a question

**Copilot in OneDrive - Summarize, Create an FAQ, and Ask a question**

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Asking Questions About Your Documents

One of the standout features of Copilot in OneDrive is the ability to ask questions about your documents. This feature is incredibly useful for quickly retrieving specific information without having to open the document in Word or any other application.

I had an employee handbook in MS Word. For example, when asked, "Can I wear jewelry to work?" Copilot immediately provides the correct answer without needing to open the document. This feature is a game-changer for handling lengthy documents efficiently.

**Ask Questions with Copilot in OneDrive**

Another question, "What happens if my payday falls on a holiday?" is also answered accurately. These quick responses save time and effort, allowing users to focus on more critical tasks.

Verifying Copilot's Answers

To ensure the accuracy of Copilot's responses, you can easily verify the information within the document. By opening the document in Word on the web and using the search function (Ctrl+F), you can quickly locate the relevant sections.

This step-by-step verification process confirms that Copilot's answers are indeed correct, providing an additional layer of confidence in its capabilities.

Summarizing Documents

Copilot's Summarize feature is another powerful tool for managing documents. Without opening the document in Word, Copilot can generate a concise summary, giving you a quick overview of the content.

This feature is especially useful for lengthy documents, allowing you to grasp the main points without reading through the entire text. The summaries generated by Copilot are impressively accurate and can be copied for further use.

**Summarize files with Copilot for OneDrive**

Creating FAQs with Copilot

Creating FAQs is a breeze with Copilot. This feature is perfect for generating frequently asked questions for documents like employee handbooks, manuals, or any other detailed content.

Copilot can generate a list of questions and answers, making it easier to create informative web pages or internal documents. With just a few clicks, you can have a comprehensive FAQ section ready for use.

**Create an FAQ with Copilot in OneDrive**

Chris Menard

Chris Menard is a Microsoft Trainer (MCT) and works as a full-time Trainer at BakerHostetler - one of the largest law firms in the US. Chris runs a YouTube channel with 900+ technology videos that cover various tools such as Excel, Word, Zoom, Teams, Gmail, Copilot, Google Calendar, and Outlook. To date, the channel has helped over 20 million viewers. Menard also does 2 to 3 public speaking events yearly, presenting at the Administrative Professional Conference (APC), the EA Ignite Conference, the University of Georgia, and CPA conferences. You can connect with him on LinkedIn at https://chrismenardtraining.com/linkedin or watch his videos on YouTube at https://chrismenardtraining.com/youtube.