Microsoft finally begins removing Copilot from Notepad on Windows 11 - but the AI still persists
Windows Central • • technology
Key Points:
- Microsoft is beginning to remove and reduce Copilot branding in Windows 11 apps, starting with the latest Notepad update for Insiders, which replaces the Copilot icon and name with "writing tools" while maintaining the same AI functionality.
- References to AI in Notepad’s Settings have been removed, with AI-powered writing tool controls now located under "Advanced features" in the latest Notepad preview build (version 11.2512.28.0).
- This rebranding is part of Microsoft's broader strategy to streamline AI experiences and improve Windows 11's quality of life by reducing bloat and enhancing system stability.
- Microsoft plans to be more selective about where the Copilot brand appears across the OS, with Notepad likely the first of several apps, including Paint and File Explorer, to see changes in how AI features are presented and branded.
