# AI-Powered Autonomous Applications The Microsoft 365 Copilot Functions on AI Technology By Amy Duong | Published 2023-03-20 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/copilot References: [engadget](https://www.engadget.com/microsoft-365-copilot-uses-ai-to-automate-everyday-tasks-in-multiple-apps-151133434.html)  [Microsoft](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/copilot-features) [365](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/copilot-pro) is using the technology of artificial intelligence to help with efficiency -- the new Copilot feature is able to create content on the Office apps using only text requests. Users are able to ask PowerPoint to [create a presentation](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/plus-ai) based on an existing Word document as an example. This includes the application of different animations and styles across all of the slides as well. Additional functions include the ability of Word to create a proposal with the data from a spreadsheet or even change the tone of voice of an entire report. Excel is able able to break down takeaways from data and then predict any variable changes that may come up. Outlook can draft responses of summarize emails in general. Image Credit: Microsoft ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.5/10 - Popularity: 19% | Activity: 40% | Freshness: 15% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [AI](https://www.trendhunter.com/ai) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **AI-powered Productivity Tools:** Opportunity for companies to integrate AI technology into their productivity tools for increased efficiency and automation. - **Automated Content Creation:** Opportunity to develop AI-powered applications that can generate content based on user input, reducing the need for manual labor in content creation. - **Predictive Analytics in Excel:** Opportunity for businesses to use Excel to analyze data and predict future trends, informing decision-making and improving business outcomes. ### Where This Applies - **Technology:** Opportunity for tech companies to incorporate AI technology into their products and services, staying ahead of competitors and providing increased value to customers. - **Marketing and Advertising:** Opportunity for companies in this industry to use AI-powered content creation tools to create more targeted and personalized marketing campaigns. - **Finance:** Opportunity to leverage the predictive analytics capability of Excel to analyze market trends and inform investment decisions. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [AI-Integrated Meeting Platforms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/copilot-features.md) - [Desktop AI Assistants](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/copilot-for-mac.md) - [Group-Assisted Digital AI Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/team-copilot.md) - [Mobile Pro-Grade AI Services](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/copilot-pro.md) - [AI-Powered Browser CoPilots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ai-copilot.md) - [Document Creation Efficiency Features](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/microsoft-copilot.md) - [Updated AI Workflow Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/agent-mode.md) - [AI-Accelerated Gaming Assistants](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/copilot-for-gaming.md) - [Ai Personal Assistants](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mico.md)