Use GitHub Copilot CLI

Understand the different ways you can use GitHub Copilot in your terminal.

Using GitHub Copilot CLI

Learn how to use GitHub Copilot from the command line.

Allowing and denying tool use

Control which tools Copilot CLI can use to avoid unintended changes.

Connecting GitHub Copilot CLI to VS Code

Connect Copilot CLI to VS Code to share context, trust settings, and output.

Delegating tasks to Copilot

Use autopilot mode, or the /delegate slash command, to get Copilot to work autonomously on your behalf.

Rolling back changes made during a GitHub Copilot CLI session

Rewind your Copilot CLI session to a previous prompt to undo changes and restore your repository to a previous state.

Invoking custom agents

Use custom agents, skills, and MCP servers in Copilot CLI to extend its capabilities.

Steering agents in GitHub Copilot CLI

Guide Copilot during task execution to keep work on track with your intent.

Steering a GitHub Copilot CLI session from another device

Enable remote access to a Copilot CLI session so you can monitor progress, respond to prompts, and continue working from GitHub.com or GitHub Mobile.

Requesting a code review with GitHub Copilot CLI

Use Copilot CLI to review your code changes directly from the terminal.

Managing pull requests with the /pr command

Use the /pr slash command to view, create, and fix pull requests directly from Copilot CLI.

Speeding up task completion with the /fleet command

Learn how you can speed up the completion of a multi-step implementation plan by using the /fleet slash command.

Using GitHub Copilot CLI session data

Resume previous Copilot CLI sessions, use the /chronicle slash command to get insights from your session history, and ask Copilot questions about your CLI usage.