Copilot Key on Windows Laptops Not Mandatory, Says Microsoft
Microsoft recently put its full force behind Copilot by announcing the addition of a newCopilot keyon modern laptops. While it is unclear when desktop keyboards will feature updated designs with the brand new key, many laptops launched at CES 2024 with this new design update.
When Microsoft made the announcement, it left many wondering if all Windows laptops would be required to have the Copilot key. Now, the company has clarified its stance on the same.
The company was asked about the Copilot key by the German publication DrWindows.de, and well, the response wasn’t what we expected. According to Microsoft, the Copilot key placement willvary in different Windows laptopsbased on the manufacturers’ decision. Microsoft seems to have a general recommendation of putting the Copilot keyopposite to the Windows keyon keyboards, but it’s not mandatory.Microsoft’s statement to DrWindows on the Copilot key (translated from German)
Many are not happy about this and want to keep using theright Ctrl keyor theMenu keyfor shortcuts. Microsoft’s recommendation replaces one of these with the dedicated key for launchingCopilot AI.
In whatever case, there should be an easy way to replace the key binding with something “more useful”if that’s what you want. We will make a guide on the same as soon as possible!
Furthermore, it is stated that the Copilot AI key is not amandatory hardware requirementon 2025 Windows laptops. Thus, it will be interesting to see how many laptops adopt the Copilot key & give into the AI hype. Microsoft has confirmed its new Surface lineup of PCs will feature this key.
Acer recently released new laptops with the Copilot key. The new SamsungGalaxy Book 4also has it. With the inclusion of a dedicated button, you can quickly launch Microsoft’s AI assistant. Check out this guide toenable Copilot AI on Windows.
What are your thoughts on the Copilot AI key? If you were the laptop manufacturer, where would you personally place this new dedicated button for launching the AI Assistant? Let us know in the comments below.
Satyam Kumar
Highly passionate about technology. Major expertise in PC hardware, the VR industry, esports-centric gear, and other gadgets. In my spare time, I’m usually researching exciting hardware breakthroughs or playing competitive games.
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