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GitHub Copilot in Visual Studio — June update
The June 2026 update for GitHub Copilot in Visual Studio focuses on enhancing visibility and trust. Users will now see real-time usage tracking and receive alerts when nearing usage limits. A trust layer has been added for MCP servers to ensure a secure experience before execution. Additionally, new C++ modernization features have been made generally available, helping users modernize their code effectively. This update is accessible to all GitHub Copilot plans, enhancing development workflows for various user groups.
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Published 15 Jul 2026, 00:45 UTC2 min read
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Summary
TL;DR
- Real-time usage tracking and alerts for GitHub Copilot.
- Trust validation for MCP servers at startup.
- C++ modernization agent upgrade scenarios now generally available.
- Long-distance next edit suggestions can now be made in active files.
- New in-IDE pull request review experience included.
Interesting facts
- Copilot can now suggest contextual edits further away from the cursor.
- Users can approve or reject changes made by MCP servers through a trust dialog.
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