Notepad Gets a Brain: How Microsoft's AI-Powered Feature Supercharges Your Text Editing

Notepad Gets a Brain: How Microsoft's AI-Powered Feature Supercharges Your Text Editing

Microsoft's classic Notepad app just got a major upgrade—AI now helps you rewrite and summarize text with ease. Here's how to make it work for you.

By Rodger Mansfield, Technology Editor

May 28, 2025

Ever wished you could quickly rephrase a paragraph without opening another app? 

Here's a Cool Tip:  Use Copilot AI in Windows Notepad.

Microsoft's latest AI integration into Notepad transforms the humble text editor into a smart writing assistant.

What Is the New AI Feature in Notepad?

Microsoft has introduced new AI-powered features in Notepad for Windows 11. 

This tool allows users to rewrite content and summarize lengthy passages—all within the Notepad application.

Key Features:

• Rewrite: Modify existing text to change tone, length, or clarity.
• Summarize: Condense long documents into concise summaries.

These features leverage Microsoft's AI models and are integrated into the Windows Copilot system.

What You'll Gain

• Efficient Editing: Quickly edit text without leaving Notepad.
• Enhanced Clarity: Improve the tone and structure of your writing.
• Time Savings: Summarize lengthy documents in seconds.

Step-by-Step Instructions

Here's how to do it.

Using 'Rewrite':

1. Highlight the text you want to modify.
2. Right-click and select 'Rewrite', or
3. Choose from options like 'Make shorter', 'Make longer', or 'Change tone'.

fig. 1 - Use Copilot in Notepad

Summarizing Text:

1. Highlight the text to summarize.
2. Right-click and select 'Summarize', or
3. Use the shortcut Ctrl + M.

Pros and Cons

Pros:

• Integrated Workflow: No need to switch between applications for writing assistance.
• User-Friendly: Simple right-click options and keyboard shortcuts.
• Versatile: Suitable for drafting, editing, and summarizing tasks.

Cons:

• Limited Availability: Currently only for Microsoft 365 or Copilot Pro subscribers.
• Requires Microsoft Account: Must sign in to access AI features.
• AI Credits: Usage may consume AI credits tied to Microsoft 365 subscriptions.

Feature Access

• Requirements: Microsoft account and Notepad version 11.2504.46.0 or higher.
• Subscriptions: Some features require Microsoft 365 Personal, Family, or Copilot Pro subscriptions.

Key Takeaways

Microsoft's integration of AI into Notepad transforms it from a basic text editor into a powerful writing assistant. 

With features like 'Rewrite' and 'Summarize', users can enhance their productivity directly within the app.

Try It Yourself

Ready to experience AI-powered writing in Notepad? 

Update your Notepad app and start exploring these features today. 

Share your experiences in the comments, subscribe to our newsletter for more tips, and spread the word to your network!

READ MORE

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• How to Use Notepad’s New Spell Check in Windows 11
  
• How to Write Better with Windows 11 Notepad’s New Character Count Feature
  

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