Ever tried finding a file on your PC… and come up blank?
You vaguely remember the content. You know when you worked on it. But the file name? Gone. And Windows search? Not helpful—throwing up old documents, web results, and everything except what you’re actually looking for.
It’s a familiar frustration—especially if your team juggles dozens of files, folders, and projects every week.
Here’s the good news
Microsoft is rolling out a new AI-powered search update for Windows 11 that could make finding files dramatically easier.
With this update, you’ll be able to type natural phrases like:
🗂️ “Find the notes I made for the July project meeting”
📸 “Show me pictures of the team at the summer BBQ”
And Windows will actually understand what you mean. No more remembering exact file names.
This is called natural language search, and it’s a huge step forward in productivity and user-friendliness.
But there’s a catch…
This smarter search is only coming to Copilot+ PCs—Microsoft’s new line of AI-powered devices.
These machines feature a Neural Processing Unit (NPU) designed to handle AI tasks right on your device—faster, more private, and more secure. It enables features like:
Local AI search without relying on the cloud
Context-aware help from Microsoft Copilot
Smarter file retrieval from both your device and OneDrive
The feature is currently in preview builds of Windows 11 for Copilot+ PCs, meaning it’s being tested and is likely to roll out more broadly soon.
What this means for your business
If your team relies on fast file access and struggles with cluttered storage, this kind of update can be a real time-saver. But you’ll only benefit if you’re running compatible hardware.
If you’re planning a hardware refresh in 2025, it may be worth considering Copilot+ PCs—not just for this feature, but for the growing list of AI tools Microsoft is baking into Windows and Microsoft 365.
Wondering if Copilot+ PCs are the right fit for your team?
We’ll help you assess your needs and make the best call for your business.