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More ways to request and configure Copilot code reviews
GitHub has updated Copilot code review functionality, allowing users to configure settings based on their preferences across all Copilot plans. Previously restricted to specific plans, users can now access a dedicated settings page for personalizing automatic reviews, including the ability to set default review efforts for their contributions. Enterprise administrators can also enforce a consistent review effort across their organizations. These changes are designed to facilitate a more tailored and efficient code review process, catering to diverse developer needs.
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Published 23 Sept 2026, 21:45 UTC2 min read
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Brief
NewsBite reading:GitHub Copilot Introduces Enhanced Code Review Features
TL;DR
- Copilot code review now offers settings across all plans.
- A dedicated settings page for personalized configurations.
- Automatic reviews triggered by pull requests and new pushes.
- Users can set default review efforts as Lite or Balanced.
- Enterprise admins can establish default review efforts through organization settings.
Interesting facts
- Previous settings were limited to Copilot Pro users.
- Automatic reviews enhance efficiency by reducing manual overhead.
What changed
Users can now configure code review settings and set default efforts across all Copilot plans, enhancing accessibility.