How to Use GitHub Copilot Agent Mode (Full Guide 2026)

In this video, we discuss how to use GitHub Copilot Agent Mode, providing a comprehensive guide to understanding its features. Learn about the Copilot cloud agent, its capabilities for streamlining software development workflows, and how AI assistance can automate coding tasks to save you time. We'll cover everything from finding copilot features to understanding its limitations and various copilot plans. #GitHubCopilot #CopilotAgentMode #CopilotCloudAgent 00:00 Introduction 00:04 Navigating to Dashboard 00:15 Opening Copilot Area 00:25 Dismissing Banner 00:34 Inputting a Prompt 00:44 Accessing Model Options 00:53 Viewing Agent Section 01:08 Accessing Agent Capabilities 01:26 Opening Copilot Agent Docs 01:46 Exploring Agent Docs 02:04 Understanding Copilot Plans 02:30 Accessing Copilot Agent Access 02:40 Checking Plan Availability 02:51 Exploring Spark Features 03:00 Subscribing to Copilot Pro