Question:

How can I uninstall Microsoft Copilot, which was installed on my Windows 10 PC without my consent? Despite following various tutorials that suggest using the ‘local group policy editor’, I’m unable to locate it through the ‘win+r’ command, search bar, or its usual directory on the C: drive. What steps should I take to remove Copilot effectively?

Answer:

– Go to

Settings > Apps

.

– Scroll down to find

Microsoft Copilot

in the list.

– Click on it and select

Uninstall

.

2.

Using Control Panel

– Open

Control Panel

.

– Go to

Programs > Programs and Features

.

– Find

Microsoft Copilot

in the list, right-click on it, and choose

Uninstall

.

3.

Via PowerShell

– Right-click on the

Start button and select Windows PowerShell (Admin)

.

– Type `Get-AppxPackage *copilot* | Remove-AppxPackage` and press

Enter

.

4.

In Safe Mode

– Restart your PC in

Safe Mode

.

– Once in Safe Mode, repeat the steps from the Settings or

Control Panel

method to uninstall Copilot.

5.

Check for Malware

• Sometimes, programs that install themselves are malicious. Run a full system scan with your antivirus software.

6.

System Restore

– If the above steps fail, you can perform a

System Restore

to a point before Copilot was installed.

7.

Fresh Installation

• As a last resort, back up your files and perform a fresh installation of Windows 10.

Remember,

it’s important to ensure that any software you attempt to uninstall is not essential to the operating system’s functionality. If you’re unsure, it’s always best to consult with a professional or reach out to Microsoft Support for assistance.