Sometimes when were out and about, or back from leave we return to multiple emails!
Microsoft Copilot Chat is an AI-powered tool integrated into Microsoft 365 applications, designed to help you work smarter and faster. One of its most useful features is the ability to summarize lengthy email threads, saving you time and improving clarity.
Accessing Copilot Chat in Outlook
1. Open Outlook and navigate to your inbox.
2. Select the email or conversation you want to summarise.
3. Look for the Copilot icon in the toolbar and click it to open Copilot Chat or alternatively click Summarise to automatically summarise the email
4. In the Copilot Chat panel to the left, type a prompt or click a prompt such as: 'Summarise this email thread.'
5. Copilot will generate a concise summary highlighting key points, decisions, and action items.
6. Copy and paste only any relevant details and use as desired
Tips for Effective Summarisation
- Be specific in your prompt (e.g., 'Summarise key decisions and deadlines').
- Use follow-up prompts to refine the summary if needed.
- Verify critical details before sharing the summary externally.
Best Practices for Security and Compliance
- Do not include sensitive personal or organisational data in prompts unnecessarily.
- Ensure you have completed mandatory AI training and follow your organization's AI policy.
- Always review Copilot outputs for accuracy and compliance before distribution.