Updated August 2026: This guide was refreshed to reflect current Microsoft settings, pricing, and terminology.
The intersection of art and technology has given rise to a new form of creative expression: AI-generated art. Microsoft Copilot image generation makes it easy to turn a clear idea into a visual, whether you are experimenting for fun or building a creative brief.
Understanding AI art prompting with Microsoft Copilot
The best place to start is with a descriptive prompt in Copilot. Say what you want to see, the style, the setting, and the mood. For example: Create a photorealistic image of a futuristic city skyline at sunset.
4 tips for better AI art prompts in Copilot
- Be specific: Name the subject, style, lighting, setting, and mood you have in mind. Specific details give Copilot a clearer creative direction.
- Use a complete request: Start with a simple idea, then add the details that matter most—such as camera angle, color palette, or time of day.
- Refine your result: If the first image is close but not quite right, ask Copilot to change the parts you want to improve rather than beginning again from scratch.
- Upload an image for edits: Select Open (+) > Add images or files, attach an image, and describe the edit you want Copilot to make.
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Practical applications
Use image generation to brainstorm visual directions, make a quick concept for a social post, or create a starting point for a presentation. Copilot retains generated and uploaded images for 18 months, so keep that in mind when deciding what to upload. Work and school users can create images through Copilot Create.
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Related reading: Take a deeper dive with our full guide to generating text and images with Copilot, explore Edge’s built-in AI features, or see how to get started with using Microsoft 365 Copilot for business.
Whether you’re a seasoned artist or a curious novice, a clear prompt and a willingness to refine it can help you get more useful results from Copilot.
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