How to disable copilot on microsoft office (excel, word, ppt) on Macbook

Anonymous
2024-07-16T05:23:21+00:00

I am using a Macbook Air, last week I tried the free trial of the copilot, but since I don't find it helpful, and even my word keeps on lagging, now I want to disable the copilot.

I have already tried to uninstall and reinstall Microsoft 365, and several tips on the internet, but none of them is working. The copilot is still there. and I find it so annoying.

Can someone help me to show me the way to disable the copilot, please?

Thank you!

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  2. Anonymous
    2025-01-19T21:35:57+00:00

    I'm on a Mac.

    Doing this disables the ability to read PDFs.

    For all suggested fixes, could you PLEASE say if you are using a PC or a Mac as the work-arounds for one don't work on the other.

    I've been following this thread since it started and have found no way to disable the silly icon that pops up on every document, so like tinnitus or people who talk loudly in public, I am learning to ignore it rather than live in perpetual frustration..

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  3. Anonymous
    2025-01-19T20:17:42+00:00

    Yes, it is clear that Microsoft has set up a big wall, and is refusing to take any calls about disabling Copilot. This is CRIMINAL behavior. And a complete failure considering that Microsoft has a full page on "responsible use of AI." What a JOKE.

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  4. Anonymous
    2025-01-19T20:08:26+00:00

    Instead of searching for "Copilot", try searching for "Analyzing data" or by clicking the Ribbon & Toolbar icon to navigate. I'm certain they have disabled the ability to search for that term in the search field.

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  5. Anonymous
    2025-01-19T18:07:17+00:00

    I have exactly the same problem and am equally frustrated. I managed to remove the icon from the ribbon (along with the Editor icon, which I can access another way). I have sent a very firmly worded feedback message to Microsoft demanding that they remove this rubbish and encourage you all to do the same.

    Could you please let us know how you managed to remove the Copilot icon from the Ribbon . I feel that that would be the first step to avoid cluttering the ribbon with undesirable functions.

    Also I have not done this before, so could you or anyone else who could, please let me know how to write to Microsoft to remove this feature from their software and put back the STYLES list that used to be when Format was chosen on the tab. Thank you.

    I forgot to mention that the above problem caused by Microsoft is on Outlook 365 when Copilot has replaced the Styles list.

    I was able to remove the Copilot Icon in Outlook 365 by locating the Assistance tab on the right side of the Customize Ribbon screen (All Commands) and removing it,

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