Creatively Redesign Graphics with M365 Copilot

From Old to New: Creatively Redesign Graphics with Copilot Chat

M365 Copilot expands image generation: upload an existing image and create new versions or variations within seconds. The results are based on the original image and can be precisely controlled through prompts — from subtle adjustments to creative transformations. We tested the new Copilot Chat feature using sample images, exploring common use cases to see how reliably it handles user-provided images and what practical value the generated variations offer in everyday work.

Added value: Cost savingsScenario: Image Generation     Reading time: 5 minutes      Difficulty: Beginner

Evaluation of the function

User-friendly
No image editing expertise required — simple prompts are enough. 100%
Time-saving
Results are generated in seconds, with no need for external tools. 100%
Added value
Immediately useful in many application scenarios. 90%
Potential
Thanks to multi-turn interaction with image input, complex adjustments are possible. 90%

How does the function perform?

  • Upload an image to Copilot Chat — either by dragging and dropping it or by clicking the plus icon in the input field and selecting “Add images or files”
  • Enter your prompt for image generation.
  • If needed, ask follow-up questions to make additional adjustments.
  • Original Image: Portrait photo of a person
  • Prompt: “Place the person from the image in a supermarket with a shopping cart.”
  • Follow-up Prompt: “The person should be wearing their everyday outfit and reaching for an item on a shelf.”
  • Result: Copilot Chat reliably isolated the person and integrated them into the desired scene. Pose, clothing, and environment adapted accurately to the prompts.
  • Evaluation: Particularly suitable for communication, training, or marketing purposes, as scenes can be created quickly and easily.

  • Original Image: a logo
    Prompt: “Transform the logo into a 3D style.”
  • Results: Copilot Chat converted the logo into a realistic 3D look. However, the original layer hierarchy of the 2D image was lost — foreground and background elements were misinterpreted. Even follow-up prompts couldn’t fully fix the issue.
  • Evaluation: Great as a source of inspiration for events, campaigns, or social media. However, for professional branding, refinements by a designer remain essential.

  • Original Image: a picture of an everyday scene
  • Prompt: “Create an image that shows what happens in the next moment.”
  • Result: Copilot Chat placed the figure in a follow-up scene and independently developed a plausible continuation. Continuity with the original scene was maintained, even after several follow-up prompts. With additional details in the prompt, the scenes can be precisely refined.
  • Evaluation: Ideal for visually illustrating step-by-step processes, accompanying workflows, or creatively staging campaigns. Especially exciting for educational scenarios, training sessions, or marketing stories.

Limitations of the Feature

  • Analysis Errors: The interpretation of the original image is not always accurate.
  • Limited Usability: The results are inspiring but not always immediately usable.
  • Upload Limit: Only one image can be uploaded per request.

Generating images from existing visuals makes Copilot Chat a versatile creative tool. It allows users to quickly and individually develop their own images further. With future improvements in image analysis, detail accuracy, and multi-image uploads, the tool has the potential to become an even more powerful partner in everyday work.