Microsoft Word is one of the most commonly used parts of the 365 suite of products.
Creating documents and content and writing letters can be time-consuming, especially if you are not very good at writing or creating original content.
Copilot within Microsoft Word is going to be a game-changer
Copilot is a new feature in Word that uses artificial intelligence (AI) to help you create, edit, and understand your documents. It can suggest sentences, paragraphs, headings, lists, tables, and images based on your data and your message. It can also detect and fix errors, format your data, and automate tasks. With Copilot, you can save time, avoid mistakes, and persuade your readers with your documents.
Copilot can help you with various tasks in Word, such as:
Writing content:
You can type a natural language question or request in the Copilot pane, and Copilot will help you by automatically creating the content based on your style or corporate identity that matches your intent. For example, if you type “write an introduction for this document”, Copilot will suggest a paragraph that introduces the topic and the purpose of your document. You can then insert the content into your document by clicking on it or pressing Enter.
Writing headings:
You can use Copilot to write headings that organise and structure your document. For example, if you type “write a heading for this section”, Copilot will suggest a heading that reflects the main idea of the section. You can then insert the heading into your document by clicking on it or pressing Enter.
Writing lists:
You can use Copilot to write lists that present multiple items or options in a concise way. For example, if you type “write a list of benefits of using Copilot”, Copilot will suggest a list that enumerates the benefits of using Copilot in Word. You can then insert the list into your document by clicking on it or pressing Enter.
Creating tables:
You can use Copilot to create tables that organise and summarise your data. For example, if you type “create a table of sales by month and product category”, Copilot will suggest a table that shows the total sales for each month and product category in your data. You can then insert the table into your document by clicking on it or pressing Enter.
Creating images:
You can use Copilot to create images that illustrate or enhance your data and your message. For example, if you type “add an image of a happy customer”, Copilot will suggest an image that shows a happy customer related to your product or service. You can then insert the image into your document by clicking on it or pressing Enter.
Fixing errors:
You can use Copilot to detect and fix errors in your sentences, data, or images. For example, if you have a sentence that has spelling or grammar mistakes, you can type “fix this sentence” in the Copilot pane, and Copilot will suggest corrections for the mistakes. You can then apply the corrections by clicking on them or pressing Enter.
Automating tasks:
You can use Copilot to automate repetitive or complex tasks in Word. For example, if you want to create a monthly report based on your sales data, you can type “create a monthly report” in the Copilot pane, and Copilot will suggest a template that includes a cover page, a table of contents, an executive summary, and a detailed analysis of your data. You can then customise the template by adding or removing pages, changing the content, or editing the design.
By using Copilot in Word, you can:
- Save time: You can create, edit, and understand your spreadsheets faster and easier with Copilot. You don’t need to remember complex formulas, syntax, or commands. You can just type what you want to do in natural language and let Copilot do the rest.
- Avoid mistakes: You can reduce errors and inconsistencies in your spreadsheets with Copilot. Copilot can detect and fix errors in your formulas, data, or charts. It can also format your data according to your preferences or standards.
- Discover insights: You can uncover new insights from your data with Copilot. Copilot can suggest formulas, charts, tables, and insights based on your data and your questions. It can also provide summaries and explanations of the results.
- Improve decisions: You can make better decisions for your business with Copilot. You can analyse your sales, expenses, inventory, cash flow, and other key metrics with Copilot. You can also create reports and dashboards that present your data in a clear and compelling way.
Microsoft 365 Copilot is a powerful feature in Word that uses AI to help you create, edit, and understand your documents. It can help you save time, avoid mistakes, persuade your readers, and improve communication for your SME business.
To learn more about Copilot and how to use it in Word, book an appointment with one of our team.
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