The Windows Insider Program has unveiled the Copilot Actions feature for Windows 11, offering users advanced AI task automation capabilities. Released at Microsoft Ignite 2025 in San Francisco, this update is available across all Insider channels as of 2025-11-18.
Release Preview Builds Features
New Release Preview builds cater to Windows 11 versions 24H2 and 25H2. Users will receive updates to build 26200.7296 for 25H2 and 26100.7296 for 24H2, previewing December's Patch Tuesday. Notable updates include:
- Windows Studio Effects: Added support for USB and secondary webcams on Copilot+ PC.
- Click to Do: Streamlined context menu and automatic image opening for Copilot+ PC.
- Settings Agent: Expanded search results, recommendations, and an information dialog for Copilot+ PC.
- File Explorer: Enhanced Windows Search, broader dark mode support, and improved context menus.
- Desktop and Widgets: Improved Desktop Spotlight and configurable default widget dashboard.
- Security and Sharing: Enhanced security for external fingerprint sensors and improved OneDrive file sharing.
Canary and Compatibility
The Canary channel now hosts Windows 11 version 26H1 build 28000.1199, though this update introduces no significant changes.
To access Copilot Actions, users should update the Copilot app to version 1.25112.74 or higher and enable the feature in settings. This AI advancement allows Windows 11 users to describe tasks, which the AI agent completes using both desktop and web apps.
