An AI tool that analyzes web pages, helping users navigate, summarize and interact with online content, Copilot Vision is offered by Microsoft and Copilot.
Microsoft has introduced Copilot Vision, an AI-powered feature available in limited quantities WE preview for Microsoft Edge users. This experimental tool, part of the Copilot Labs program, can read web pages to answer user queries, summarize and translate content, and even help with tasks like finding discounts or offering gaming tips. For example , it can provide recipes from a cooking site or strategic advice during a game of online chess.
To address privacy concerns, Microsoft emphasizes that Copilot Vision deletes all processed data at the end of each session and does not store information for model training. The feature is initially limited to a pre-approved list of popular websites, excluding sensitive or paid content, although Microsoft plans to expand compatibility over time.
Microsoft’s cautious rollout reflects ongoing efforts to balance innovation with publishers’ concerns about AIuse of web data. The company collaborates with third-party publishers to ensure that the tool benefits users without compromising the content or functionality of the website.