{"id":255002,"date":"2025-12-04T05:00:24","date_gmt":"2025-12-04T13:00:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/devblogs.microsoft.com\/visualstudio\/?p=255002"},"modified":"2025-12-04T10:32:21","modified_gmt":"2025-12-04T18:32:21","slug":"unlocking-the-power-of-web-with-copilot-chats-new-url-context","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/devblogs.microsoft.com\/visualstudio\/unlocking-the-power-of-web-with-copilot-chats-new-url-context\/","title":{"rendered":"Unlocking the Power of Web with Copilot Chat\u2019s New URL Context"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">There are many scenarios where\u00a0Copilot Chat\u00a0can\u00a0feel\u00a0limited by\u00a0the\u00a0built-in\u00a0model\u00a0training data.\u00a0Maybe you\u00a0want guidance on the latest web framework, documentation, or project-specific resources\u2014but Copilot\u2019s responses just\u00a0aren\u2019t\u00a0specific enough. For developers who rely on up-to-date\u00a0or esoteric\u00a0answers, this gap can be a real frustration.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><iframe title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/_eRnN6Ikud4?si=b1Mt0qgZweJKtCML\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<h2 aria-level=\"2\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">URL\u00a0Context: Bringing the web into Copilot Chat<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;335559738&quot;:160,&quot;335559739&quot;:80}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">With the new URL context feature, Copilot Chat can now access and use information directly from web pages you specify. By pasting a URL into your Copilot Chat prompt, you empower Copilot to pull real-time, relevant information from the source. This means more tailored responses.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\"><a href=\"https:\/\/devblogs.microsoft.com\/visualstudio\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2025\/11\/18.0_url_context.webp\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-255003\" src=\"https:\/\/devblogs.microsoft.com\/visualstudio\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2025\/11\/18.0_url_context.webp\" alt=\"18 0 url context image\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" srcset=\"https:\/\/devblogs.microsoft.com\/visualstudio\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2025\/11\/18.0_url_context.webp 800w, https:\/\/devblogs.microsoft.com\/visualstudio\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2025\/11\/18.0_url_context-300x169.webp 300w, https:\/\/devblogs.microsoft.com\/visualstudio\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2025\/11\/18.0_url_context-768x432.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<h3 aria-level=\"2\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">How to use reference URLs in Copilot Chat<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;335559738&quot;:160,&quot;335559739&quot;:80}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Getting started is easy. When you need Copilot to answer using a specific web resource, simply paste the desired URL into your chat prompt. Copilot will then process the contents of that page, giving you context-aware answers that go beyond its original training. This opens the door to more personalized support.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 aria-level=\"2\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Limitations to keep in mind<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;335559738&quot;:160,&quot;335559739&quot;:80}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">While the\u00a0URL\u00a0context\u00a0feature is powerful, there are a few things to remember.\u00a0Copilot\u2019s\u00a0ability to extract and understand content depends on the accessibility of the web page and the clarity of its information. Some sites might have\u00a0authentication\u00a0restrictions or\u00a0have dynamic content\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">that limit Copilot&#8217;s ability to read the web page&#8217;s\u00a0content<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">.\u00a0Always review responses for accuracy and completeness, especially when referencing complex or highly technical sources.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 aria-level=\"2\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Check out the new Visual Studio Hub<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;335559738&quot;:160,&quot;335559739&quot;:80}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Stay connected with\u00a0everything\u00a0Visual Studio in one place! Visit the\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/visualstudio.microsoft.com\/hub\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Visual Studio Hub<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0for the latest release notes, YouTube videos, social updates, and community discussions.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 aria-level=\"2\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Appreciation for your feedback<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;335559738&quot;:160,&quot;335559739&quot;:80}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Your feedback helps us improve Visual Studio, making it an even more powerful tool for developers. We are immensely grateful for your contributions and look forward to your continued support. By sharing your thoughts, ideas, and any issues you\u00a0encounter\u00a0through\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/developercommunity.visualstudio.com\/VisualStudio\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Developer Community<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">, you help us improve and shape the future of Visual Studio.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>There are many scenarios where\u00a0Copilot Chat\u00a0can\u00a0feel\u00a0limited by\u00a0the\u00a0built-in\u00a0model\u00a0training data.\u00a0Maybe you\u00a0want guidance on the latest web framework, documentation, or project-specific resources\u2014but Copilot\u2019s responses just\u00a0aren\u2019t\u00a0specific enough. 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