Microsoft has announced that it has fixed a bug that automatically uninstalled its AI assistant, Copilot, from some Windows 11 devices. The issue, which was first reported on Monday, resulted in Copilot being removed from the taskbar and unpinned from the start menu. Affected devices are now being restored to their original state, according to an update on Microsoft's support page.

The bug was discovered following a March 11th update, and Microsoft had suggested reinstalling Copilot from the Microsoft Store and manually pinning it to the taskbar as a temporary solution. However, with the fix now in place, users should no longer need to take these steps to access Copilot.

Copilot was introduced as a native Windows app earlier this month, bringing a sleeker user interface and new features such as the ability to quickly start a voice chat with Copilot by holding down the Alt + Spacebar keys. The AI assistant is designed to provide users with a more personalized and streamlined Windows experience.

In addition to the Copilot fix, Microsoft also acknowledged a separate issue affecting users on Arm-powered devices, who are currently unable to download Roblox from the Microsoft Store. The company stated that Roblox is working on a fix, and in the meantime, users can download the game directly from Roblox.com.

The swift resolution of the Copilot bug is likely to be welcomed by Windows 11 users who rely on the AI assistant for their daily computing needs. The incident serves as a reminder of the importance of thorough testing and quality assurance in the development and deployment of software updates.

As Microsoft continues to refine and expand its AI capabilities, including Copilot and other features, the company will need to prioritize stability and reliability to maintain user trust and confidence. With the Copilot issue now resolved, Microsoft can focus on delivering a seamless and integrated Windows experience for its users.