Microsoft Copilot settings guide
Microsoft Copilot (AI) · AI Assistant · Office Integration
- Token burn
- Low burn
- Paid plans from
- $9.99/mo (Microsoft 365 Personal)
Token-efficient; free tiers go a long way. Last reviewed September 2026; plans and model names change often, so check the tool's own pricing page before you buy.
Copilot is included in Microsoft 365 Personal ($9.99/mo) and Family ($12.99/mo); Premium ($19.99/mo) adds higher usage (microsoft.com, US prices, September 2026).
In Word, give Copilot a bullet outline and ask for a draft, then edit; it works best from your own structure.
In Excel, describe the calculation in plain English ("3-month rolling average by region") and check the formula it writes.
In PowerPoint, draft from an existing Word document to keep the content yours and the slides consistent.
In Outlook, use Copilot to summarise long threads before replying.
Use Copilot Pages to turn a chat into an editable document you can share.
On the free plan, usage is limited by capacity; heavy users should compare Personal and Premium limits.
API cost estimate
Monthly cost at list prices (September 2026), before and after a token cut you choose.
- Now
- $1.92
- ₹161
- After a 25% cut
- $1.44
- ₹121
- Saved per month
- $0.48
- ₹40
Assumes about 600 input and 200 output tokens per request (low burn). Excludes caching discounts, search or request fees and taxes. Check the vendor's pricing page before budgeting.
Reveaxa guide reference: RVX-T-microsoft-copilot
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