Unleashing Your Windows Power: Mastering the Art of Disabling Windows Copilot
Discover quick and easy methods to disable Windows Copilot on your computer Learn how to remove it from the taskbar, disable it using the Group Policy Editor or Registry Editor, and even disable it for all users Take control of your Windows experience!
Key Takeaways
To hide Windows Copilot from the Taskbar, open the "Settings" app, go to Personalization > Taskbar, and turn off the "Copilot (Preview)" toggle.
To disable Windows Copilot on Windows 11 Pro and Enterprise editions, modify the "TurnOffWindowsCopilot" policy in the Group Policy Editor.
If you have Windows 11 Home edition, you can disable Windows Copilot by utilizing the Registry Editor.
How to Remove Windows Copilot From the Taskbar
If you find Microsoft's method of integrating AI into your computer through Windows Copilot unsatisfactory or if you prefer a more straightforward and user-friendly interface, there are several methods available to easily deactivate Windows Copilot.
To access Windows Copilot, you have two options: either press the Windows and C keys simultaneously or click on its icon located in the Taskbar. However, if you prefer a clutter-free Taskbar and prefer using shortcut keys, you have the option to remove Windows Copilot from it.
To hide Copilot and get started, open the "Settings" app by pressing the Windows and i keys together. Then, navigate to Personalization > Taskbar. Within the Taskbar window, disable the toggle switch located next to "Copilot (preview)."
Once you've disabled the toggle, Windows Copilot will be removed from the Taskbar. If it's still there, restart your computer to see the changes.
Keep in mind, though, that Copilot will still be running in the background. Use one of the following methods if you want to disable it completely.
How to Disable Windows Copilot Using the Group Policy Editor
To disable Windows Copilot using the Group Policy Editor, follow these steps:
1. Open the "Start" menu.
2. Type "Group Policy Editor" and press "Enter."
3. Navigate to the following location:
User Configuration > Administrative Templates > Windows Components > Windows Copilot
Right-click the "Turn off Windows Copilot" policy in the right pane and choose "Edit."
In the policy edit window, choose "Enabled." Then, click "Apply" and "OK."
Now, restart your Windows 11 PC. Upon restart, you'll see that Windows Copilot is no longer active on your computer, and you can't access it even by pressing its shortcut key.
How to Disable Windows Copilot Using the Registry Editor
If you're a Windows 11 Home user, you can disable Windows Copilot using the Registry Editor.
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Please be cautious when editing the registry, as any incorrect changes can potentially destabilize your system. To mitigate this risk, it is strongly recommended to create a backup of the registry and establish a restore point before proceeding with the steps outlined below.
To disable it for the current user, access the "Start" menu, enter "Registry Editor" in the search bar, and hit "Enter." Once the Registry Editor is open, navigate to the specified location:
HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Policies\Microsoft\Windows
Right-click the "Windows" key, hover over "New," and select "Key." Name the new key "WindowsCopilot."
Right-click the "WindowsCopilot" key, hover over "New," and select "DWORD (32-bit) Value." Name the new value "TurnOffWindowsCopilot."
Double-click the "TurnOffWindowsCopilot" value in the right pane, type "1" in the Value data field, select "Hexadecimal" for the Base, and click "OK."
To witness the modifications, reboot your computer. If you desire to activate Windows Copilot later on, input "0" in the Value data field and select "OK." Alternatively, you have the option to eliminate the registry key.
Disable Copilot for All Users
To exclusively deactivate Windows Copilot in your current user account, execute the aforementioned procedures. However, if you aspire to completely disable it for all users, kindly proceed to the subsequent directory:
Please follow the instructions below:
Open the registry editor and navigate to HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Policies\Microsoft\Windows.
Next, create a new subkey called "WindowsCopilot" under the "Windows" key.
Within the "WindowsCopilot" key, create a new string value named "TurnOffWindowsCopilot". Set its value as "1" and Base as "Hexadecimal".
Finally, click on "OK" to save the changes.
Congratulations on owning a Windows 11 desktop without Copilot. Are you interested in further decluttering your PC? Discover how to eliminate Bing from the start menu and hide recommended files in File Explorer. For additional tips, explore our comprehensive list of frustrating Windows 11 features to disable.
