How to Restore the Old Copilot UI: Step-by-Step Guide

When Microsoft altered the Copilot AI user interface (UI) of the users of many missing familiarities and functionalities of the earlier version. To be more specific, functionalities such as chat history management, response type selection, and conversation exporting have been withdrawn. For the people who liked the old interface, we have prepared a detailed guide on how to change the Copilot UI back to its previous version. Let us take a closer look at these techniques to help you get the old feeling back.

Introduction: Why Restore the Old Copilot UI?

The modifications which Microsoft has made to the Copilot interface, have brought a lot of new features, but not everyone is happy with it. It has been the UI change which has taken out the most requisite apps such as:

• Chat History: Users no longer can rename, delete, or export conversations.
• Response Modes: Options to switch between “Creative,” “Balanced,” and “Precise” responses have been removed.
• Customization Features: The newer UI lacks customization options that were present in the older version.

However, there are ways in which users can go about to ensure they get back the functionality and the old interface they desire.

Method 1: Restore via Direct Copilot URL

By changing the URL, one of the fascinating methods to return to the previous version of the Copilot UI is to edit it. By doing so, users can reach a better interface version by making some changes to the link in the browser address bar.

Steps:

1. To begin, open your browser and go to the following URL:

   https://copilot.microsoft.com/copilot/

2. By adding the /copilot/ path, you can enter the old UI and use the elements of the older UI.
3. Trigger the updates manually by refreshing the page in case you do not notice them at once.

Tips:

• Before you do anything else, make sure to clear your browser cache. You need to do it on a clean slate so that no cached data would affect the loading.
• For some web applications, this method will be very useful in browsers like Microsoft Edge or Chrome if the developer mode is enabled.

Method 2: Accessing Copilot Through Legacy Chat URL

If after you click the direct URL the method does not work, you should follow the other path that is to access it through a legacy chat service URL. This is well-maintained, yet the old-fashioned link was designated for the stigma chat platform and a minority of users can still access it by clicking on it.

Steps:

1. Go to your internet search engine and type in the given link:

   https://edgeservices.bing.com/edgesvc/chat

2. This link could take you to an outdated interface that, for instance, used to have features such as response customization.
3. You should log in with your Microsoft account if it’s necessary.

Notes:

• This trick has been found to work for customers who used to visit the old interface via a link like this one.
• Although Microsoft might eventually remove this specific endpoint, the outcomes are still possible.

Method 3: Enabling Black Theme to Unlock Old UI

There is a different option which is finding the right theme that may restore the lost features of the old UI. On some occasions, Microsoft’s update method leaves a mark on the previous interfaces that are accessible through alternative themes.

Steps:

1. Open the page with the black theme to be able to see the black theme:

   https://copilot.microsoft.com/blacktheme

2. One way that the black theme can sometimes enable an older version of the UI is by bringing back some of the visual elements and settings.
3. If needed, you can change the theme settings to satisfy your preferred interface.

Tips:

• If you don’t see the old UI immediately, try switching themes in the settings.
• This technique is especially suitable for those liking darker backgrounds and cleaner designs that are quite similar to the previous version.

Conclusion: Bringing Back the Old Copilot UI

The reintroduction of the old Copilot UI should be very well received, at least by those users who have been longing for its missing features. Even though the upgraded version might comply with Microsoft’s strategy for the future, the flexibility of the older interface is the one that brings work efficiency to people who prefer this format and options. By applying the above strategies – direct URL access, legacy chat URLs, and the black theme – the users can restore some of the specificities that made the first version of the Copilot AI such a successful tool.

If you have any queries or need additional help, just leave me a message in the comment section. We are here to guide you through those changes and help you optimize your Copilot adventure.

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