December 19, 2023

Plan a holiday party

As the holiday season approaches, that might mean it's time to plan your annual holiday party. But don't stress—Microsoft Edge has you covered. With AI-powered tools such as Copilot, you can streamline your holiday party planning like a pro. Learn how to plan your holiday party with Microsoft Edge.

Create eye-catching party invitations

Creating invitations is a crucial step in planning your holiday party. With AI image- and text-creation tools built right into Microsoft Edge sidebar, you’ll have those invites ready to send in no time.

Design your holiday party invitation

Craft an eye-catching digital design effortlessly with AI-powered Image Creator from Designer in your browser sidebar. Choose from various templates and customize them to suit your party's theme. From elegant winter wonderland designs to cheerful holiday motifs, Image Creator has it all. Try these example prompts to create your party invite with Image Creator from Designer in the Microsoft Edge sidebar:

Create a letter-sized invitation for an elegant winter soiree for university alumni. In the body, mention cocktails, dancing, and a midnight toast to the Class of ‘96.
Design an invitation for a get-together celebrating baby’s first holidays, framed by a cartoon reindeer.

Craft festive language

Once you've designed your invitations, it's time to add the perfect wording. With Copilot in the Edge sidebar, you can create holiday-themed language, so it feels like the party has already started. Personalize your message, set the tone, and make your invitations stand out with Compose. Once you’ve created your invitation design, enhance the invite text with festive language with prompts like these:

What are the most popular ways to say “happy holidays” in French, Spanish, and Portuguese?
Create three bars of song lyrics to invite my a cappella group to a New Years Eve party, in the tone of a typical winter holiday song.

Save on party supplies

Planning a holiday party can be expensive, but Microsoft Edge can help you save money and time shopping for party supplies. With the built-in coupon finder in sidebar, you can easily discover discounts on party supplies, decorations, and more. It's a great way to keep your budget in check while still throwing a fantastic holiday bash.

Manage your RSVPs

Managing holiday party RSVPs and emails can be overwhelming, but with Outlook in Microsoft Edge sidebar, you can efficiently handle it all. The sidebar offers easy access to Microsoft's email and calendar tools so you can access them without leaving the webpage you’re viewing. Here's how this in-browser access can simplify your life:

Email holiday party invite and Microsoft Copilot in Edge sidebar

Categorize emails

Use Outlook in the Microsoft Edge sidebar to categorize emails related to your holiday party. Create folders for RSVPs, catering inquiries, and more. This way, you'll have everything neatly organized when you want to find it.

Integration with calendar

Integrate your Outlook calendar with your party planning. Schedule important dates like RSVP deadlines, shopping trips for party supplies, and the big day itself. It's a convenient way to ensure you don't miss a beat.

Delicious holiday party recipes in seconds

Food and drinks are essential parts of any holiday party, and Microsoft Edge has you covered with help from Copilot. This feature allows you to quickly find recipes for holiday dishes, drinks, and more. Simply enter your query, and Copilot will provide you with a selection of mouthwatering recipes. It's like having your own virtual chef! You can ask Copilot questions about all aspects of cooking, from what to buy to how to cook creatively, like these example prompts:

What are some creative ways to use eggnog in desserts?
Create a shopping list for a holiday dinner for 5 that includes recipes for ratatouille, potatoes au gratin, green bean casserole, and spiral ham.

Planning a holiday party can be a lot of work, but with Microsoft Edge's AI-powered tools and features, you can simplify the process and focus on creating lasting memories with your loved ones. From designing stunning invitations with Image Creator from Designer to managing emails with Outlook and even finding delicious recipes with AI-powered Copilot—Microsoft Edge has everything you need to make your holiday party planning a breeze.

Make your holiday party planning a joyous experience with Microsoft Edge! Try Microsoft Edge today and start planning your next event.

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