How to favorite a file in the Microsoft Copilot app

Note

Home, the new starting point in Copilot where Chat and Cowork come together, is still rolling out, so what you see in the Copilot app might be different from what this article describes.

Last updated: February 2026

Mark your files as favorites to keep them front and center, ensuring quick access.

The Quick Access pane showing recent files and a Favorite button

How to favorite a file in the Microsoft Copilot app

  1. In the Microsoft Copilot app select Search from the navigation bar on the left.
  2. Scroll down to the Quick Access section and find the file you want to favorite.
  3. Hover your mouse over the filename and select the More actions  more actions button-duplicate  button that appears to the right of the file name.
  4. Select Favorite.

Tip

To remove a file from your favorites, repeat the process from step 3 but select Unfavorite.