Microsoft Releases Urgent Windows Update To Rehabilitate Copilot Application

Recent Issues with Windows 11 Update

Recently, there was significant disruption caused by a Windows 11 update. This update led to Microsoft’s Copilot app disappearing from a number of devices and also caused various other problems like blue screen errors, issues with solid-state drives (SSDs), and Remote Desktop Protocol (RDP) failures.

In response to these complications, Microsoft has rolled out an emergency update aimed at fixing the problems specifically linked to the Copilot app, as reported by Windows Latest.

Fixing the Copilot App Issue

According to official information from Microsoft, the issue that caused the Copilot app to be uninstalled and removed from the taskbar on some systems has now been resolved. The company stated:

“This issue has been fixed, and the affected devices are being returned to their original state. You can also reinstall the app from the Microsoft Store and pin it to the taskbar.”

As part of the fix, Copilot will automatically reinstall and repin itself to the taskbar through a server update for any users who lost the app due to the March 2025 update. For users who still cannot access the Copilot app, Microsoft advises reinstalling it directly from the Microsoft Store.

What Caused the Original Issues?

Microsoft has not provided specific details regarding the cause of the issues stemming from the earlier update. However, reports suggest that Microsoft may have inadvertently halted the rollout of the Copilot app across all devices. This likely led to the app being unintentionally removed from various systems.

Ongoing Problems Affecting Windows Users

While the Copilot issue is being addressed, many Windows users continue to experience a range of other problems. Some of these complications include:

Unexpected Blue Screen of Death (BSOD) errors
Crashing SSDs
Remote Desktop Protocol (RDP) problems
Printer issues related to USB-connected dual-mode

Users have reported that printers connected via USB and using IPP-over-USB protocols often print random, nonsensical text once the printer is turned on after being disconnected. Unfortunately, Microsoft has not yet provided solutions for these ongoing issues, and they are not mentioned on the official support page.