Microsoft tests agentic Copilot AI in Edge that can act on your behalf

Microsoft is currently testing an even deeper integration of its Copilot AI into its Edge browser on Windows 11, Windows Latest reports. This agentic integration is apparently so advanced that it has been called the “comet killer of perplexity.” (Don’t know what Comet is? Check out our recent hands-on experience with the AI ​​Browser and its shortcomings.)

The latest test version of Copilot in Edge includes a “Browser Actions” toggle, which allows Copilot to access your Edge profile, which includes logins, saved passwords, browsing history, and cookies. This allows the AI ​​assistant to act efficiently like you on your behalf to launch pages, click links, and fill out forms without annoying login prompts.

Another new feature is called “Journeys,” which allows Copilot to analyze the last seven days of your browsing history to create summaries and “maps” on the new tab page. Microsoft emphasizes that all your data is kept locally and is not used for AI training or advertising purposes. However, the feature requires a Microsoft account.

Microsoft also points out that Copilot cannot control Windows outside of the Edge browser or bypass passwords and two-factor authentication. You must grant access and manually send tabs to Copilot. It is not yet clear when this deeper integration will be fully released.