How does it work?<\/h3>\n
There are two different entry points to accommodate where you are at in your error workflow:<\/p>\n
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- The Quick Action lightbulb proposes a fix<\/strong> of a given error inline in your code window.<\/li>\n
- The Error List Integration<\/strong> invokes Copilot in the chat window to explain the error code and showcase a proposed fix<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Semantically relevant code snippets from your active file and related files are automatically included as context to increase the relevant of the proposed fix.<\/p>\n
Fix with Copilot in the Quick Action Lightbulb<\/h3>\n
Copilot is integrated into the Quick Action lightbulb in your code editor, so that you can invoke Copilot and view proposed fixes inline with a few simple clicks. Just hover over the diagnostic squiggle<\/strong> or double-click on a diagnostic message in your Error List <\/strong>to access Fix with Copilot via Quick Action Lightbulb.<\/p>\n
![\"Option](\"https:\/\/devblogs.microsoft.com\/cppblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2024\/09\/fix-with-copilot-lightbulb.png\")
<\/a>From here, Copilot will invoke the \/fix command with semantically relevant C++ code snippets to propose a fix for your code.<\/p>\n![\"VS](\"https:\/\/devblogs.microsoft.com\/cppblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2024\/09\/diff-viewer-fix.png\")
<\/a><\/p>\nYou can edit the proposed code, accept any changes inline, or ask any follow-up questions in the inline Copilot Chat pane, without having to navigate away from the code editor.<\/p>\n
Explain and Fix with Copilot in the Error List<\/h3>\n
If you want to learn more about the error itself, Copilot is integrated in the Error List to invoke by\u00a0selecting the Copilot icon to the left of a code warning or error<\/strong> to provide an explanation alongside a proposed fix through the Chat pane. This can be beneficial for more complex fixes, as it can provide multiple code snippets across several files and a deeper understanding of the error itself.<\/p>\n
![\"Copilot](\"https:\/\/devblogs.microsoft.com\/cppblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2024\/09\/copilot-error-list.png\")
<\/a><\/p>\nGiven the same relevant C++ context, it will help you more deeply understand the error code and propose a fix for the code. You also can ask follow-up questions or add any additional details via the Chat pane to probe further.<\/p>\n
![\"Copilot](\"https:\/\/devblogs.microsoft.com\/cppblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2024\/09\/copilot-chat-error.png\")
<\/a><\/p>\nWhat do you think?<\/h3>\n
Please let us know anything you\u2019d like to see added to this feature or your experiences with this fixing experience. We have a survey available for any feedback here: https:\/\/www.surveymonkey.com\/r\/RKG68YN<\/a>. You\u2019ll need an active\u00a0GitHub Copilot<\/a>\u00a0subscription. Download the\u00a0latest version of Visual Studio<\/a>\u00a0and give it a try.<\/p>\n
In addition, our team is working hard on improving C++ integrations with Copilot Chat, so please let us know any other enhancements you\u2019d like to see to your C++ workflows and content you\u2019d like to see.<\/p>\n
We welcome all types of feedback on your experience with the product. Comment below, or you can find us via email at\u00a0visualcpp@microsoft.com<\/a>\u00a0or via X at\u00a0@VisualC<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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- The Error List Integration<\/strong> invokes Copilot in the chat window to explain the error code and showcase a proposed fix<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n