Here’s how to do it:
- Open IntelliJ and head to 'Settings'.
- Jump to the 'Plugins' section, then type 'GitHub Copilot' in the search bar.
- Click 'Install' to add GitHub Copilot to your setup.
- A confirmation prompt pops up—hit 'Accept' to continue.
- Click 'Restart IDE' to activate Copilot. IntelliJ will reopen right where you were.
- One more confirmation—click 'Accept' to move forward.
- Click 'Sign in to GitHub' to connect Copilot with your account.
- Click 'Copy and Open' to grab your device code and open the GitHub authorization page.
- Paste the code into the field on GitHub's page and hit 'Continue'.
- Click 'Authorize GitHub Copilot Plugin' to complete the connection.
- You're all set! GitHub Copilot is now active in your IntelliJ workspace and ready for use.
- Access the GitHub Copilot menu and select 'Open GitHub Copilot Chat'.
- Type your coding questions or requests directly in the chat panel.
- As you code, Copilot offers suggestions as grayed-out text right in your editor.



