Effortless Automations with AI Copilot in Power Automate

Introduction

In today's fast-paced business environment, automation is key to maintaining efficiency and productivity. Microsoft’s Power Platform Copilot takes automation to the next level by simplifying the creation of Cloud Flows through natural language expressions. This innovative feature allows you to describe your automation needs in plain English, making it easier than ever to build complex workflows.

Creating Flows with Natural Language

With Copilot, you can streamline your workflow through a conversational approach. Imagine being able to create a flow by simply telling the system what you need. When you encounter a prompt window where you can enter English instructions for automation, it indicates that Copilot is enabled in your PowerApps and Power Automate.

Example Scenario

To create a flow in Power Automate with Copilot, you simply type the prompts that specify the work you need to automate. For instance, let's say you want to trigger an action when an email with an invoice file arrives. You can describe the steps like "get my manager's account" and "start and wait for approval for each." Copilot will then suggest flows based on your prompts. If none of the suggestions match your needs, you can continue typing to generate the specific flow you require.

Generating and Refining Flows

When you click on "generate" after entering your prompts, the information you provided will be sent to pre-trained large language models. These models will process your input and provide you with the suggested flow based on your description.

If you are satisfied with the suggested flow, you can proceed by clicking on "Next" to generate the flow. If you are not happy with the suggested flow, you can choose the option to suggest a different flow, and Copilot will provide an alternative suggestion for you to consider.

Updating Existing Flows

It's not just about creating new flows; Copilot also allows you to update existing ones. Using the same scenario as above, you can refine your workflow further. For example, you can update the flow to trigger if the incoming email contains the title "invoice." This will add a subject filter to the flow, ensuring it only activates for relevant emails.

Updating Variables

You can also update variables within the flow. For instance, you can change the title of the approval to "New invoice needs approval" and assign it to your manager. This added flexibility ensures that your automation remains relevant and efficient as your needs evolve.

Conclusion

Power Platform Copilot makes it incredibly easy to create automation flows by leveraging the power of natural language processing. By simplifying the way you describe your needs and generating tailored flows, Copilot helps you save time and effort, allowing you to focus on what truly matters—growing your business.

Start using Power Platform Copilot today and experience a new level of efficiency in your workflow automation.