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Copilot in Outlook: summarize threads and draft emails

How to use Copilot in Outlook to summarize long threads, draft emails, coach your own drafts and schedule meetings, per Microsoft help.

By Cognenza editorial team · Updated · 1 min read · Sources cited

Copilot in Outlook: Summary by Copilot at the top of a thread (with numbered citations; “Summarize a file” for attachments in new Outlook); New mail > Copilot > Draft to write from a prompt and adjust tone/length; Coaching by Copilot for feedback on your draft; Schedule with Copilot to create a meeting from a thread. Full Copilot chat requires Microsoft 365 Copilot. Always check names and dates. See emails with AI.

Frequently asked questions

Which language?

Copilot summarizes in the email’s language; on mobile/Mac you can switch to the app language for the session.

Attachments?

In new Outlook, “Summarize a file” for PDF, Word or PowerPoint.

What is Coaching?

Suggestions on your own draft.

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Sources

Official sources are linked in their original language.

  1. Resumir una conversación de correo electrónico con Copilot en Outlook — Microsoft
  2. Draft an email message with Copilot in Outlook — Microsoft
  3. Preguntas más frecuentes sobre Copilot en Outlook — Microsoft

Change log

  • : First published with the official help as checked that day.

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