Transform ideas into action with Copilot Chat (Basic)
Microsoft Learn
Last updated April 16, 2026
A short, three-module introduction to Microsoft 365 Copilot Chat (Basic) — the broadly available, web-grounded chat tier — covering how to find it, how the interface works, and how to use it safely for everyday productivity. The path walks through getting started, writing effective prompts (including the built-in Prompt Gallery), and using Chat's features to work faster and collaborate in real time, with a recurring emphasis on keeping your data safe inside an enterprise-ready environment. About one hour and twenty minutes, self-paced.
What you'll learn
- What Microsoft 365 Copilot Chat (Basic) is and how to access it
- Navigating the Chat interface and starting to use it effectively
- Writing clear, effective prompts and using the Prompt Gallery
- Using AI-powered features to boost productivity and collaborate in real time
- Keeping your data safe while working in Copilot Chat
Frequently asked questions about Transform ideas into action with Copilot Chat (Basic)
Who is Transform ideas into action with Copilot Chat (Basic) for?
Newcomers to Microsoft 365 Copilot who want a quick, low-commitment way to start using the broadly available Chat tier at work.
Is Transform ideas into action with Copilot Chat (Basic) free?
Yes — Transform ideas into action with Copilot Chat (Basic) is completely free to take.
What are the prerequisites for Transform ideas into action with Copilot Chat (Basic)?
Familiarity with accessing and using Microsoft 365. No coding required.
Why we suggest this course
This is a low-barrier entry point: Copilot Chat (Basic) is the broadly available tier, and the only listed requirement is being comfortable using Microsoft 365. It is a sensible first stop for someone who has heard about Copilot but never opened it, and it pairs a plain walkthrough of the interface with early, concrete coverage of data safety rather than leaving security as an afterthought.