Microsoft 365 Copilot Desktop

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Context

The Microsoft 365 Copilot App is an everyday AI productivity app for work or school. It helps Microsoft 365 users be more productive by providing a single place to access Microsoft 365 Copilot features and capabilities, including search, chat, agents, and more. Learn more about Copilot by visiting What is Microsoft 365 Copilot? | Microsoft Learn.

Where to Access

Requirements

Active Faculty and Staff with an existing Copilot 365 license can use the Microsoft 365 Copilot Desktop application.

Note: There are multiple versions of the Copilot Desktop Application.

We suggest for you to Download Microsoft 365 Copilot App since it is compatible with UTD's license.

How to Install

Windows UTD Device

  • Select the Magnifying Glass icon.
    • Located towards the lower-left corner of the Task Bar.
  • Search for "Software Center".
  • Click Open once the application populates.

Screenshot of the Atlas Service Portal displaying an OIT project request. The left navigation menu shows project sections including Business Case, General, Scorecard, Organizational Risks, and Review and Submit. A red rectangle highlights the Review and Submit section, and a red arrow points to the Submit button at the top of the page. Additional action buttons include Print and Withdraw. The main content area displays project request information.

  • In the UT Dallas Software Center:
    • Locate and select the Microsoft 365 Copilot Installer from the "Applications" section.
  • Click Install.

Screenshot of the Microsoft 365 Copilot application details page in Software Center. The page displays the application name Microsoft 365 Copilot (2026.724.1445.0), published by Microsoft Corporation. A red rectangle highlights the blue Install button used to begin the installation.

  • Select the Magnifying Glass icon.
    • Located towards the lower-left corner of the task bar.
  • Search for "Copilot".
  • Click Open once the application populates.

Screenshot of the Windows Start menu search results for Microsoft 365 Copilot. The search box at the bottom contains the term “copilot.” A red rectangle highlights the Microsoft 365 Copilot app in the search results, and a red arrow points to the Open button in the details pane on the right. Additional options include Open quick view (Win+C).

  • Once the application opens:
    • Select Create or Sign in with a different account.

Screenshot of the Microsoft 365 Copilot sign-in window. The page displays the Microsoft 365 Copilot logo and the heading “Choose a Microsoft account.” A red rectangle highlights the “Create or Sign in with a different account” option used to select or add an account for signing in.

  • Sign in using your UTD Credentials.
  • Click Next when prompted.
    Image of Signing in with UTD credentials

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Screenshot of the Microsoft 365 Copilot download webpage. The page features the heading “Download the Microsoft 365 Copilot app” and a description of the application. A red rectangle highlights the Download for Windows button, and a red arrow points toward the button to indicate where to select it. An image on the right side displays the Microsoft 365 Copilot logo and an example Copilot interface.

  • Select the Magnifying Glass icon.
    • Located towards the lower-left corner of the task bar.
  • Search for "Copilot".
  • Click Open once the application populates.

Screenshot of the Windows Start menu search results for Microsoft 365 Copilot. The search box at the bottom contains the term “copilot.” A red rectangle highlights the Microsoft 365 Copilot app in the search results, and a red arrow points to the Open button in the details pane on the right. Additional options include Open quick view (Win+C).

  • Once the application opens:
    • Select Create or Sign in with a different account.

Screenshot of the Microsoft 365 Copilot sign-in window. The page displays the Microsoft 365 Copilot logo and the heading “Choose a Microsoft account.” A red rectangle highlights the “Create or Sign in with a different account” option used to select or add an account for signing in.

  • Sign in using your UTD Credentials.
  • Click Next when prompted.
    Image of Signing in with UTD credentials
Need help installing Microsoft 365 Copilot? Contact the OIT Service Desk via phone 972-883-2911 or live chat.
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