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Using Vs code, I load a folder and then it doesn't repond to my questions in github chat - agent mode

Christoforos Kapopoulos 0 Reputation points
2025-11-19T10:33:53.7733333+00:00

Using Vs code, I load a folder and then the program does not respond in my questions in github agent mode chat, how do i fix it?

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  1. Q&A Assist
    2025-11-19T10:34:08.5233333+00:00
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    If Visual Studio Code is not responding to your questions in GitHub Copilot's chat while in agent mode, you can try the following troubleshooting steps:

    1. Check Your Version: Ensure that you are using the latest version of Visual Studio Code. You can check your version by going to Help > About. If it's outdated, update it.
    2. Enable Agent Mode: Confirm that agent mode is enabled in the chat pane. Go to Tools > Options, then expand All Settings > GitHub > Copilot > Copilot Chat, and make sure the option for enabling agent mode is selected.
    3. Restart Visual Studio Code: Sometimes, simply restarting the application can resolve issues with responsiveness.
    4. Network Connectivity: Ensure that your network connection is stable and that there are no firewall or proxy settings blocking access to GitHub Copilot services.
    5. Check Extensions: Make sure that the GitHub Copilot extension and the GitHub Copilot Chat extension are properly installed and enabled.

    If these steps do not resolve the issue, you may want to consult the official troubleshooting guide for further assistance.

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  2. Christoforos Kapopoulos 0 Reputation points
    2025-11-19T10:35:15.5766667+00:00

    I continously reload the VS code, sometimes it works but most it doesn't, how do i fix this issue?

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  4. Susmitha T (INFOSYS LIMITED) 1,640 Reputation points Microsoft External Staff
    2025-11-20T11:14:29.72+00:00

    Thanks for reaching out!

     

    When GitHub copilot agent mode stops responding after loading a folder, it is usually due to a local configuration or extension issue in VS Code, please follow the steps below:

     

    1.Open VS code settings and make sure GitHub>Copilot: Agent enabled is turned on.

    2.Ensure both GitHub Copilot and GitHub copilot chat extensions are installed, enable and updated.

    1. Go to view -> Output, choose GitHub Copilot or Copilot chat, and check for any error messages.

    4.Try opening a new empty folder in VS code and test Agent Mode again.

    5.If the issue persists, reload VS Code and along with that please sign-out/sign-in to GitHub Copilot.

     

     

    References: https://code.visualstudio.com/docs/copilot/getting-started
    https://code.visualstudio.com/docs/copilot/overview

    https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/visualstudio/ide/copilot-agent-mode?view=visualstudio

     

     
    Let me know if you need any further help with this. I will be happy to assist.

    If you find this helpful, Kindly mark the provided solution as "Accept Answer", so that others in the community facing similar issues can easily find the solution. Your contribution is highly appreciated.

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