How to Easily Disable ‘Ask Copilot’ in Windows 11?

What Proven Steps Remove the Annoying Ask Copilot Feature in Windows 11?

Microsoft added Ask Copilot to Windows 11 to help you through the taskbar and right-click menus, answering questions and helping with apps. But some people just want quieter, faster, or simpler computers. If Copilot gets in your way, here’s how to get rid of it step by step, using clear language and direct actions.

Method 1. Remove Copilot Using Windows Settings

This method works for many but is not always present, depending on how Microsoft updates your machine.

Steps:

1. Press Win + I to open Settings.
2. Click on “Personalization.”
3. Select “Taskbar.”
4. Scroll to “Copilot.”
5. Switch Copilot to Off.
6. Restart your computer for good measure.

Note: Sometimes, Copilot doesn’t show up in these menus, or will come back after an update. Check again if things change after updates.

Method 2. Remove ‘Ask Copilot’ from Right-Click Menu with Registry Editor

For a cleaner menu, you can stop Copilot from showing in right-click options.

Steps:

1. Press Win + R, type regedit, press Enter.
2. Go to: HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Policies\Microsoft\Windows
3. Right-click the “Windows” folder, choose New > Key. Name it: WindowsCopilot
4. Click on the new WindowsCopilot key.
5. Right-click the right side, select New > DWORD (32-bit) Value. Name it: TurnOffWindowsCopilot
6. Double-click this value, set Data to 1.
7. Close the Registry Editor, restart the computer.

Result: Copilot should now disappear from the taskbar and right-click menus for your account. Editing the registry needs caution—back up first.

Method 3. Disable Copilot Using Group Policy (Pro or Enterprise Only)

If you have Windows 11 Pro or Enterprise, you can turn off Copilot everywhere for all users.

Steps:

1. Press Win + R, type gpedit.msc, press Enter.
2. Go to:
   User Configuration > Administrative Templates > Windows Components > Windows Copilot
3. Find “Turn off Windows Copilot” and double-click.
4. Set it to “Enabled.”
5. Click Apply, then OK.
6. Restart your device.

Benefit: All users on this machine will have Copilot turned off. Home users need to use the Registry Editor instead.

Method 4. Stop Copilot by Blocking Microsoft Edge (Advanced)

This step breaks Microsoft Edge and can affect search, widgets, and PDFs. Only use if you’re sure you never use Edge.

Steps:

1. Open: C:\Program Files (x86)\Microsoft\Edge\Application\msedge.exe
2. Right-click msedge.exe, choose Properties.
3. Click the “Security” tab, edit user permissions.
4. Set users to “Deny” or “Remove” all access.

Warning: This will stop Edge and Copilot, but also breaks parts of Windows that need Edge. Use only as a last resort.

Prevent Copilot from Returning After Updates

• After Windows updates, check if Copilot is back, then repeat your steps as needed.
• On shared PCs, use these fixes for each account.
• For Home edition, Registry is the main option.

Extra Tips

• Save a restore point before making changes.
• Monitor new startup entries with tools like CCleaner.
• Use gpupdate /force after changing Group Policy to apply it now.
• Remove Copilot from Microsoft Edge by turning it off in Edge’s sidebar settings or disabling in Appearance options if available.

Windows 11 lets you remove or hide Ask Copilot in several ways. Settings are easiest. Registry editor and Group Policy work more deeply. Blocking Edge is strong, but risky. Updates might put Copilot back—just repeat the fix if it returns. Changing things to suit your comfort means more peace and smoother computer use. If privacy or focus matter, choosing to remove Copilot is a positive step toward control.