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How to Enable Experimental Features in GitHub Copilot CLI【/experimental】

Overview#

“I heard Copilot CLI has this cool new feature, but I can’t find it anywhere…”

It might be hiding behind the experimental flag. Use /experimental to unlock features that are still in development.


Usage#

Run this in Copilot CLI:

/copilot> /experimental

A list of available experimental features is shown, and you can toggle them on or off.

You can also enable it at launch:

copilot --experimental

Once enabled, the setting is saved — no need to pass the flag every time.


Current Experimental Features#

  • Autopilot mode — cycle to it with Shift+Tab. Copilot keeps working autonomously until the task is done.

※ Experimental features are added and changed frequently.


Things to Note#

  • These features are in active development and may be unstable
  • They can be changed or removed without notice
  • But if you want to be on the cutting edge, this is how

How to Enable Experimental Features in GitHub Copilot CLI【/experimental】
https://naonao-na.com/en/posts/github-copilot-cli-experimental/
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2026-03-28