In a recent exploration of the preview builds for Windows 11’s upcoming 24H2 update, intriguing hints have emerged regarding the potential integration of Copilot into the Start menu. Windows Latest, a reliable source for Windows-related leaks, has unearthed a specific code string labeled ‘CotextualCopilotActionsOnStartRecommended.’ This discovery suggests that Microsoft may be contemplating a way to embed Copilot within the Start menu, although the exact implementation remains uncertain.
Potential Functionality of Copilot
The prospect of Copilot’s presence in the Start menu raises questions about its functionality. Windows Latest proposes a couple of possibilities: one theory suggests that Copilot could offer suggested actions based on users’ previous search queries within the menu. Alternatively, it might enhance the ‘Recommended’ panel of the Start menu, providing tailored recommendations or actions related to recently accessed files. There is even the potential for a combination of both features. However, users are hoping for genuinely useful suggestions rather than mere advertisements masquerading as recommendations.
Just an Early Glimpse
While the presence of this code in the Windows 11 24H2 update hints at future developments, it is essential to recognize that this is merely a preliminary indication of what might come. The expectation for the Copilot functionality to debut later this year seems optimistic, as it is likely part of Microsoft’s long-term vision. Nevertheless, the eventual integration of Copilot into the Start menu would not be surprising.
Currently, the role of Copilot and AI within Windows 11 appears to be in a transitional phase. Features that were once highlighted, such as the AI’s ability to manipulate Windows settings, seem to have hit a standstill. Additionally, the highly anticipated Recall feature has been removed from testing and is undergoing a significant rework. The outcome of this revision is awaited with keen interest, especially given the controversies that have surrounded it.
