Multi-step prompts and refinement

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Susanth Sutheesh

Copilot Solution Engineer, Microsoft

Why go beyond the basics?

  • Some tasks involve multiple steps or tools
  • Examples:
    • Updating a client report with research, a draft, and a summary
    • Preparing a team briefing in Excel with filters, trends, and charts
  • Break complex tasks into smaller, clear steps

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Working with Microsoft Copilot
Working with Microsoft Copilot
Working with Microsoft Copilot
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Multi-step vs. refinement

  • Break the task into steps to help guide Copilot
  • Stack the steps like blocks for a precise, complete analysis

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  • Polish the draft: shorten, adjust tone, add details.
  • Add finishing touches to make it clear and professional.

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Working with Microsoft Copilot

Let's practice!

Working with Microsoft Copilot

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