Microsoft is testing a Copilot feature that will allow you to talk to the AI assistant about your Windows PC’s specs and performance.
The feature, called PC Insights, was spotted by Windows Latest and is currently available as an opt-in experience in the Copilot on Windows app. The idea is to let customers “conversationally ask Copilot questions about their Windows PC and receive clear responses based on their device’s state without having to dig through system settings,” Microsoft says on a support page.
At launch, the feature responds to questions about graphics cards, storage, CPU usage, antivirus, battery health, and connected peripherals. For example, you could ask it whether your printer is online or if you have enough space for a 100GB game.
Every time Copilot needs to check your system or a file to respond, it will seek permission, Microsoft says. When you see a pop-up request, you can either decline access to the intended location or allow Copilot to dig into it once or indefinitely.
For now, PC Insights can only provide information; it can’t change your PC settings or perform fixes. Microsoft says it will be improving the experience over time and may add new capabilities in the future. The feature is currently rolling out gradually via the Copilot app and may not be available to all users, the company adds.
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