Microsoft is expanding its AI-powered browsing experience with the latest update to Copilot Mode in Edge, introducing new features like Copilot Actions and Journeys to make the browser smarter and more proactive than ever before.
The company first rolled out Copilot Mode for its Edge browser back in July, bringing AI-driven tools such as reasoning across multiple open tabs and a dynamic context pane to help users work more efficiently. Now, Microsoft is taking it a step further.
“Starting today, we are bringing even more features into Copilot Mode, turning your browser into a dynamic, intelligent companion that anticipates, assists and accelerates your experience online—all with your permission,” said Microsoft. “Edge is the browser that you can talk to and that’s there when you need it as you browse the web.”
One of the biggest new additions is Copilot Actions, which allows users to perform both simple and complex tasks through natural, conversational voice or chat. Microsoft explained:
“Use Actions with Voice to perform simple tasks like opening a webpage or go straight to the information you’re looking for without having to scroll for ages. You can also use chat to perform complex actions that give you back even more time. Trying to curb your shopping habit? Have Copilot go through your inbox and tell it to unsubscribe you from all those tempting shopping newsletters. Or Copilot can make that restaurant reservation freeing you up to focus on planning the rest of your evening out.”
Microsoft added that Edge users will soon be able to talk to Copilot through the browser and complete these complex tasks. Copilot Actions is currently available for free as a limited preview in the U.S.
The update also introduces Journeys, a feature designed to help users “jump back in” to previous browsing sessions without manually saving tabs. “With Journeys, you see your past browsing projects automatically grouped into helpful topics and you can dive right back in, all with your explicit permission,” Microsoft noted.
Additionally, Copilot Mode in Edge can now provide richer, more personalized insights by using a user’s browsing history — if they choose to enable it. “Your browsing history will never be accessed without your go-ahead,” the company emphasized.
Microsoft also reiterated its commitment to privacy and control, noting that users can toggle Copilot Mode on or off at any time. “With Copilot Mode in Edge, your data stays yours,” the company said. “Microsoft only collects what’s needed to improve your experience—or what you choose to provide via Personalization settings.”
This update follows Microsoft’s growing push to integrate AI across its platforms. Earlier this year, the company officially launched its standalone Copilot AI app for macOS in Canada, giving users access to the same GPT-powered capabilities outside the browser.
Copilot Mode in Edge, along with its new features, is available now in all Copilot markets on Windows and Mac, with support for the Edge mobile app coming soon.
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