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How to Find Emails, Files & Info Faster with Copilot Chat

Copilot | By 365 Training Hub | May 18, 2026
How to Find Emails, Files & Info Faster with Copilot Chat

The good news? There's a better way.

Let Copilot Do the Searching for You

With Copilot Chat, you can simply ask for what you need, no more manually trawling through your inbox, files, or conversations. Just use the search button in Copilot and let it do the heavy lifting.

But here's what makes it really clever: Copilot doesn't just search file names. It uses context, like who you've been working with and when to surface the most relevant documents quickly. That means less searching and more doing.

Summarise Emails in Seconds

Got a thread with 15 replies? Instead of opening each email one by one, Copilot can summarise the key points from multiple emails for you. It's a game-changer for staying across busy projects without losing valuable time.

The Secret? Be Specific

To get the best results from Copilot, the key is in your prompt. The more specific you are, the better your results will be. Try including:

  • People — Who sent it or who was involved?
  • Timeframes — When was it sent or last updated?
  • Context — What was the topic or project?

For example, instead of asking "Find the report", try something like "Find the quarterly budget report Bobbi shared with me last week." You'll be amazed at the difference.

Ready to Give It a Go?

Next time you're hunting for that one email or document, give Copilot Chat a try. It's quick, easy, and designed to help you work smarter not harder.

 

Watch our short video to learn how. Click here.

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