How to Open GitHub Copilot Chat in VS Code

Updated on:

June 5, 2026

By:

Madhav Bhandari

Try this interactive demo to learn how to open the GitHub Copilot Chat in your Visual Studio Code editor.

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Here’s how to do it:

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Click the chat icon in the sidebar to open GitHub Copilot Chat—your AI coding assistant is ready to help.
The chat panel slides into view. Now you've got a dedicated space to ask questions and get instant code suggestions.
Type your question or request in the input box and hit Enter. Copilot will respond with tailored code or explanations.

📌 Why this matters

Activating Copilot Chat transforms VS Code from a traditional editor into an interactive coding mentor. You get instant access to contextual help without breaking your workflow—no switching between browser tabs or documentation sites.

The chat interface understands your current project context, so responses are tailored to your specific codebase and coding patterns. This creates a feedback loop where you can iterate on solutions in real-time, refining code through conversation rather than trial and error.

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