Think Copilot in Windows 11 is useless? This new feature could change your mind (www.techradar.com)

Microsoft has updated the Windows 11 Copilot app with a "Direct Settings Access" feature that adds deep links to relevant pages in the Settings app when users ask about configuration issues. In practice, Copilot will now answer queries (for example, “Why is my screen too dim?”) with a direct link to the appropriate Settings pane plus concise, contextual guidance—such as adjusting the brightness slider or checking battery saver and Night light settings. The feature is rolling out to Windows Insiders in Copilot app version 1.25095.161+ via the Microsoft Store and will reach broader users gradually. For the AI/ML community this is a small but meaningful step toward more actionable, integrated assistants: rather than only offering natural-language troubleshooting, Copilot bridges explanation with direct navigation and targeted suggestions, reducing friction for end users. Technically it demonstrates practical use of context-aware linking and succinct instruction generation in a system-level assistant, and hints at next steps like permissioned telemetry or agent actions that could read or toggle settings. The change improves UX for everyday diagnostics and signals Microsoft’s push to evolve Copilot from conversational help toward a proactive, task-capable assistant.