Enhanced Features: Microsoft Integrates Copilot into Photos App, Expanding Functionality

Microsoft is discreetly enhancing photo management by introducing Copilot, an AI-driven plugin for its Photos app. Though in its nascent phase, Copilot hints at a future of simplified photo handling.

@PhantomOfEarth, a Windows enthusiast, broke the news. Users of the latest Photos app version (2024.11030.22001.0) may notice a new feature in the plugin settings – a toggle for Copilot.

Not all Windows users may have access to the new version of the Photos app yet

The latest version of the Photos app may not be available to all Windows users at this time. But what can Copilot offer you currently? While its capabilities are somewhat limited for now, it can assist in crafting slideshows. Within the Photos app, users can easily create and peruse photo slideshows, reliving cherished memories. Additionally, setting any photo as a desktop background is a breeze.

Although these functionalities may appear basic initially, Copilot's potential for expansion is promising. It's worth mentioning that not all Windows users may have access to this updated version of the Photos app just yet.

Microsoft has been steadily enhancing the Photos app with AI capabilities. As of November 2023, Windows Insiders gained access to impressive AI-powered features. These include background removal magic, enabling effortless removal of unwanted backgrounds from photos, fostering more creative editing possibilities. Moreover, the enhanced slideshow experience received accolades as the Filmstrip slideshow mode underwent upgrades, making revisiting photo collections even more enjoyable. The addition of a new timeline scrollbar, based on the time range of images, facilitates smoother navigation through photo libraries.