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August 12, 2025

Copilot+ PCs: home laptop setup guide

When it comes to home tech, simple is better. Whether you're checking the family calendar, joining a video call, writing a note, or streaming a show, your laptop should feel like a natural part of your routine—not a project to figure out.

That’s the beauty of Microsoft’s Copilot+ PCs. Designed to be fast, intuitive, and easy to set up, these laptops are perfect for everyday use at home. They help you stay organized, connected, and productive—all without needing tech support on standby.

Why Copilot+ PCs are some of the best laptops for home use

Home laptops should be simple, dependable, and ready for whatever the day brings. From video calls and browsing to streaming and schoolwork, Copilot+ PCs are built to handle the everyday mix of tasks—without slowing you down.

Here’s what they’re designed to do:

Handle video calls without crashing
Let you check email while streaming a show
Store family documents, recipes, and school files
Run all day on a single charge—no outlet-hopping required¹
Help you find that file you swear you saved last week

All of it happens seamlessly, thanks to the speed and intelligence built into every Copilot+ device. In fact, they're up to 58% faster than the MacBook Air with M3 and 5x faster than older Windows laptops,² giving you performance that keeps pace with your life.

Everyday laptop setup: a guide anyone can follow

You don’t need to be the “tech person” in the family to set up your new Copilot+ PC. It’s designed to walk you through every step.

Here’s how it works:

Start it up.
Windows greets you with a friendly setup screen. Choose your language, connect to Wi-Fi, and sign in with your Microsoft account. Done.
Connect devices.
Wireless printers and accessories usually connect automatically. No digging through forums or fumbling with drivers.
Install your go-to apps.
Need a video chat tool? A word processor? Music or photo storage? You’ll find everything in the Microsoft Store—and Copilot will even recommend the ones most useful for you.

Helpful from day one (and every day after)

One of the standout features of a Copilot+ PC is—unsurprisingly—Copilot itself. Built into Windows 11, Copilot is an AI assistant designed to help you get more done with less effort. It’s available right from your taskbar and ready to assist the moment your setup is complete. It’s available right from your taskbar and ready to assist the moment your setup is complete. Even better, the new Copilot Key on your keyboard gives you instant access with a single tap—bringing AI assistance closer than ever.

So what exactly can it do?

Answer everyday questions. Not sure how to adjust your display settings or connect a second monitor? Just ask Copilot in plain language.
Help with writing. Whether it’s a quick email, a school note, or a letter, Copilot can help you draft and edit text quickly.
Manage your calendar and reminders. Copilot can schedule appointments, send reminders, or let you know what’s coming up—no digging through menus.
Suggest apps and settings. During and after setup, Copilot learns how you use your device and can recommend tools that suit your needs.
Enhance and create images with AI
Relight photos,³ restyle them in new artistic directions or generate entirely new images using simple text prompts.⁴ Whether you’re editing a favorite snapshot or designing something from scratch, Copilot brings creative tools to everyday users—no design experience needed.

The best part? You don’t need to learn any commands or click through a maze of menus. You just ask, and it responds—making it an ideal companion for those who want a truly intuitive and everyday laptop setup.

A woman at home exploring best laptops for browsing and video calls

AI art created via Copilot

Smarter document storage on laptops—with help from Recall

We’ve all lost files in the chaos of random folders. Copilot+ PCs help you stay organized without the hassle.

Microsoft’s built-in OneDrive cloud storage keeps your files backed up and organized. That means:

No more lost homework, invoices, or scanned forms
Your documents are safe even if your laptop isn’t
You can access your files from anywhere, not just your laptop

Prefer to store things locally? You can. Copilot helps manage both cloud and local storage so you always stay in control.

And here’s where it gets even more helpful: Recall, a Copilot+ feature, lets you search your device the way you remember things—not by exact file names or folder locations.⁵

Looking for a chart you saw last week? A PDF about college applications? Just describe what you remember—like “the file with the green bar graph I opened Tuesday”—and Recall helps you find it, even if you forgot where it’s stored.

How to keep it running like new

Copilot+ PCs are designed to be low maintenance. But here are a few easy habits to keep things smooth:

Let automatic updates run—they keep your system secure
Clean your screen and keyboard once in a while
If things slow down over time, add memory or storage—it’s easy and affordable

The everyday home laptop that works the way you do

From setup to storage, Copilot+ PCs make everyday computing easy. With built-in AI, fast performance, and smart features like Recall and OneDrive, they’re a great fit for real home tasks—not just work.

Explore the lineup of affordable Copilot+ laptops and experience what a truly modern, everyday laptop setup can feel like.

DISCLAIMER: Features and functionality subject to change. Articles are written specifically for the United States market; features, functionality, and availability may vary by region.
[1] Battery life varies significantly by device and with settings, usage and other factors. See aka.ms/cpclaims.
[2] Based on Cinebench 24 Multi-Core benchmark. See aka.ms/cpclaims.
[3] Available now on Copilot+ PCs with Snapdragon® X Series processors and on other devices starting mid-2025. See aka.ms/copilotpluspcs.
[4] Optimized for English text prompts and requires a Microsoft account and internet connection to access cloud services that help ensure the responsible use of AI. See aka.ms/copilotpluspcs.
[5] Consumer (Global English and EEA, when available). Requires Windows Hello Enhanced Sign-in Security. Optimized for select languages. Content-based and storage limitations apply. See aka.ms/copilotpluspcs.