Get up and running with Screen Copilot in under 2 minutes. Follow these simple steps to start getting AI-powered guidance.
Navigate to the chat page by clicking "Get Started" or visiting the chat directly.
Click the "Start Sharing" button at the bottom of the chat. Your browser will ask which screen, window, or tab you want to share.
Type your question in the chat box. The AI can see your screen and will provide context-aware guidance based on what's visible.
The AI will provide step-by-step instructions tailored to your exact screen. Follow along and ask for clarification if needed.
Share only the window or tab you need help with. This gives the AI clearer context and protects your privacy.
Instead of broad questions, try specific ones like "How do I resize this image to 1200x800?" for better results.
Build on previous answers with follow-ups like "Can you explain that last step in more detail?" or "What about a different approach?"
Make sure the content you need help with is visible on screen. The AI can only guide you on what it can see.
The quality of the AI's guidance depends largely on how you ask your questions. Here are some tips to get the most helpful responses.
The more specific your question, the more targeted and useful the response will be.
Tell the AI your end goal, not just the immediate step. This helps it provide a complete solution.
Since the AI can see your screen, reference specific elements you see for precise guidance.
Don't hesitate to ask for clarification or explore alternatives.
Screen Copilot's AI provides structured, context-aware responses. Here's how to make the most of them.
The AI breaks down complex tasks into numbered steps. Follow them in order — each step builds on the previous one. If a step doesn't make sense, ask for clarification before moving on.
The AI references specific UI elements, menus, buttons, and areas on your screen. It describes their location (e.g., “the toolbar at the top” or “the panel on the right”) to help you find what you need.
Responses adapt to what's currently visible on your screen. If you switch to a different window or navigate to a new page, the AI will adjust its guidance accordingly when you ask your next question.
The AI explains why each step works, not just what to do. This helps you learn and apply the same knowledge independently in the future.
The AI does its best but isn't perfect. It may occasionally misidentify UI elements or suggest outdated menu locations. If something doesn't look right, let it know — it will correct course based on your feedback.
Screen Copilot saves your conversations locally so you can pick up where you left off or revisit past guidance.
Your chat history is stored in your browser using IndexedDB. This means your conversations stay on your device by default — they're private and accessible even when offline.
Each conversation is saved as a separate thread. You can:
When you return to an existing thread, the AI has access to the full conversation history. This means you can reference earlier messages, build on previous guidance, or ask follow-up questions days later without re-explaining the context.
Since conversations are stored locally in your browser, clearing your browser data will remove your chat history. Screen captures are processed in real-time and not stored by default.
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