Mico
A vibrant new way to talk with Copilot, adding animated expressions to voice conversations.
What is Mico?
Mico is an animated visual avatar for Microsoft Copilot that delivers real‑time facial expressions and color customization during voice interactions, making the experience feel more natural and engaging.
Key Features
Who Will Use Mico?
How to Use Mico
- 1Open Copilot on the web (copilot.microsoft.com) or the iOS/Android app and tap the microphone icon to enter Voice mode.
- 2Tap the gear icon to open Voice settings.
- 3Toggle on the "Show Mico" setting.
- 4Speak a greeting or ask a question; Mico will respond with animated smiles, nods, and other expressions.
- 5Optionally change Mico’s colors via voice command (e.g., "turn forest green") or the "change color" button.
- 6To disable, return to Voice settings and toggle off "Show Mico".
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Adds visual, emotional context to voice interactions
- Personalizable appearance enhances user connection
- Works across desktop and mobile platforms
- Supports a wide range of conversational scenarios
- Simple toggle within existing Copilot interface
Cons
- Currently limited to users in the United States
- Not available in Enterprise or Microsoft 365 Copilot plans
- Requires voice mode; not usable in text‑only interactions
- Feature may be subject to change; roadmap details not disclosed
Pricing
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mico?
Mico makes your voice conversations more natural, engaging, and supportive through animated expressions that adapt to your conversation's tone and flow.
How can I access Mico?
Enter Voice mode on copilot.microsoft.com or the Copilot mobile apps, open Voice settings, and toggle on "Show Mico". The feature is currently available to U.S. users.
How can I turn this off?
Go to Voice settings and toggle off the "Show Mico" option on both web and mobile versions.
Can I customize how Copilot looks?
Yes. Use voice commands like "turn forest green" or click the "change color" button to modify Mico’s color palette.
Is Mico available in Enterprise or M365 Copilot plans?
At this time, Mico is only part of the consumer Copilot offering and is not available in Enterprise or Microsoft 365 Copilot plans.
What features are still in the works?
Specific roadmap details are not shared, but feedback and ideas are welcomed via the Discord community.
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