GPT-4o Is in Microsoft Copilot Now: Here’s What You Can Do With It

Just weeks after OpenAI’s big GPT-4o update gave ChatGPT new image generation powers, Microsoft is bringing that same functionality to its own Copilot AI assistant.

Now baked into Microsoft 365 apps like Word, Outlook, and Excel, the feature lets you create images from text prompts right inside the tools many of us already use daily. And according to Microsoft, apart from making images from scratch, you can also use Copilot to tweak and refine existing ones, with the help of GPT-4o’s upgraded visual capabilities.

This move isn’t surprising considering that Microsoft has spent years and billions investing in OpenAI, weaving its tech into the heart of its software. What’s new is how accessible that tech is becoming to end users.

In this guide, we’ll walk you through everything you need to know about the new Copilot image generation feature with the GPT-4o model and how to use it.

Table of Contents Table of Contents

1. Key Takeaways
2. What Is GPT-4o & Why Does It Matter?
3. When to Use GPT-4o Image Generation in Copilot
4. Step-by-Step Guide to Using GPT-4o Image Generation in Copilot
5. The Bottom Line
6. FAQs
7. References

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Table of Contents

1. Key Takeaways
2. What Is GPT-4o & Why Does It Matter?
3. When to Use GPT-4o Image Generation in Copilot
Show Full Guide
4. Step-by-Step Guide to Using GPT-4o Image Generation in Copilot
5. The Bottom Line
6. FAQs
7. References

What Is GPT-4o & Why Does It Matter?

GPT-4o is OpenAI’s latest multimodal model capable of understanding and generating text, images, and audio in real time. Unlike its predecessors, GPT-4o has been trained to process different types of input, which enables it to deliver natural, fluid responses across formats.

According to Microsoft, upgrading Copilot’s image generation with ChatGPT-4o means that users can now create images with richer details and compositions. In a press statement in May, Microsoft said:

“Copilot also does a much better job of refining images based on a previous image, and now you can even upload your own image to use as a starting point, giving you more creative control and flexibility.”

It is worth noting that Microsoft first rolled out these GPT-4o image generation tools to enterprise users via Microsoft 365 Copilot last month. However, these same features are now available to the general public through the consumer version of Microsoft Copilot.

For professionals and casual users, this could mean a lot, since the update will likely reduce the time it takes to create visual content.

When to Use GPT-4o Image Generation in Copilot

Microsoft revealed in a YouTube post that GPT-4o image generation in Copilot will bring creativity to life. Based on the video, you may try using it if you want to accomplish the following:

Step-by-Step Guide to Using GPT-4o Image Generation in Copilot

If you’re new to Copilot, follow these simple steps to get started with using the new image generator in the AI assistant.

The Bottom Line

Microsoft’s ongoing investment in OpenAI is starting to pay off. With GPT-4o, Copilot can now generate images more quickly and with greater detail, offering a smoother creative experience.

The update is no longer limited to enterprise users, which means more people can try it out. This move positions Microsoft more firmly in the race alongside tools like ChatGPT and Google Gemini.

However, it’s difficult to say what kind of impact that will have just yet. But the next few months will likely reveal how users respond.

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