Microsoft Copilot Vision Is Here – And It Can See Your Screen

Microsoft has officially launched Copilot Vision, a cutting-edge AI feature that allows its assistant to visually interpret and interact with what’s on your screen in real time. After months of anticipation, this powerful tool is now being rolled out in the US, with plans to expand globally – though not in Europe anytime soon due to strict regulations like the Digital Markets Act and the EU AI Act.

Copilot Vision takes Microsoft’s AI assistant to the next level.

Once activated, it can view your open apps or browser windows and offer contextual help. Whether you’re trying to learn a new app, play a game more effectively, or analyze a photo or website, Copilot is there with instant feedback and suggestions.

Think of it as your digital co-pilot – always watching (when you let it), always ready to assist. From work tasks to web browsing and even creative projects, Copilot Vision aims to keep you productive and focused without requiring a steep learning curve.

The good news? It’s currently free and doesn’t require a Copilot Pro subscription. As part of Microsoft’s experimental Copilot Labs, it lives inside the main Copilot app and is activated via a small glasses icon. You choose what to share, making it a more privacy-friendly experience compared to features like Microsoft Recall, which runs more autonomously in the background.

This is an opt-in feature – meaning you have to manually allow access. That alone gives it a more privacy-conscious edge, but concerns remain, especially if you’re dealing with sensitive content. Microsoft emphasizes user control, but the idea of an AI assistant constantly watching your screen may still make some users uneasy.

For now, it works on both Windows 10 and Windows 11, though Microsoft continues nudging users toward its newer OS. So don’t be surprised if Windows 10 support fades over time.

Overall, Copilot Vision hints at a future where AI becomes a true digital assistant – not just answering questions, but actively helping as you go. Just maybe don’t trust it with your company secrets yet.