Microsoft 365 Copilot

Microsoft 365 Copilot

• How do I log into the tool using TXST credentials?

  Log into Microsoft Copilot 365

• Get the most out of your license!

  Make sure you're getting the most out of your Copilot license. Check to make sure you have the correct Microsoft license type.

• What can Copilot do for me?

  Copilot is your work assistant and can help you accomplish tasks such as:

  • summarizing a document
  • summarizing a website
  • provide a meeting recap with action points
  • get you up to speed on emails and meetings while you were out of the office
  • draft documents, emails, and even create PowerPoint presentations
  • generate ideas
  • create outlines
  • create images
  • and so much more….

  However, you do not have to limit yourself to just work tasks. Use Copilot to help you with your at home items as well. Things like:

  • create meal planning menus
  • suggest a workout routine based on your time and skill level
  • suggest vacation and travel ideas
  • suggest plants to add to your landscape based on location
  • NOTE: You will want to use Copilot for the web when asking non-work related questions

  Simply put, your imagination is the only thing holding you back. Talk to Copilot like you're talking to a person and be specific in what you're looking for. This way, Copilot is likely to provide better results. 

• Who can use the tool?

  There are a limited number of licenses are available and assigned to faculty and staff. To request a license, email vpit@txstate.edu 

• How do I request a license?

  To request a license, please complete the IT Goods and Services Request form. There is a distinct option for purchasing vetted TXST AI tools.

• What is the tool's lifespan?

  Ongoing

• How much do TXST users pay?

  Limited number of licenses are available to allocate to TXST users. If purchased, the cost is $30.30 per user per month. Contact vpit@txstate.edu for purchase information.

• Why can't I just sign up for the free version or pay for my own license?

  Copilot Work Chat is only available as a paid add-on with a prerequisite Microsoft 365 license.

• How can I use the tool?

  Summarize emails, generate text (documents, emails, presentations, etc.), analyze Excel documents, summarize documents, embedded in Microsoft tools.

• What types of information can I put in Texas State's enterprise version of this tool?

  This tool is authorized for use with TXST confidential data. See Information Security's Data Classification Guide. De-identify PII where feasible.
   

• What kinds of files can I upload?

  DOC, DOCX, PDF, TXT, MD, LOG, RTF, XLS, XLSX, CSV, ODS, PPT, PPTX, ODP, JSON, YAML, XML, EPUB, HTML, TEX, Apple iWork, PNG, JPEG, PJP, JFIF
  Note: Files that can be uploaded to Copilot are limited to 512MB and multimedia files such as audio, video, or executables are not allowed. 

• What are the tool's limitations?

  License required; Embedded only in MS tools.

• What are the sharing capabilities?

  Sharing is not a feature of this tool.