Microsoft Expands Copilot Access to Windows Files and System Actions
Microsoft announced that its Copilot AI will now be able to access local files and perform system-wide actions on Windows, under the banner of "Hybrid Intelligence."
## New Capabilities for Copilot During the recent Windows and Surface event, Microsoft demonstrated a significant upgrade to its Copilot AI system. The enhanced Copilot will be granted permission to read files stored locally on a PC, allowing it to retrieve information directly from the user's device.
## System‑wide Action Support Beyond file access, the updated Copilot can execute commands across the operating system. This means the assistant can trigger actions such as opening applications, adjusting settings, or performing routine tasks without manual input.
## "Hybrid Intelligence" Vision Microsoft frames these features as part of its "Hybrid Intelligence" strategy, where applications combine AI assistance with traditional software functionality. The goal is to create a seamless blend of automated insight and user‑controlled operations.
## Implications for Users With deeper OS integration, Copilot aims to become a more proactive productivity tool. However, the expanded permissions also raise considerations around privacy and security, which Microsoft has said will be addressed through its existing safeguards.
*Source: The Verge AI (2026-10-07)*
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