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How to create and navigate subthreads in Copilot Chat on GitHub

Here is how to create and navigate subthreads in copilot chat on github

  1. First navigate to Copilot Chat and open the conversation that contains your question
  2. You can create a subthread in Copilot Chat by either editing or retrying any of your questions in the conversation
  3. To edit a question, click on the edit icon button next to the question
  4. Then modify the question, and click "Send"
  5. To retry a question, go at the bottom of the response to a question you want to retry
  6. Finally copilot Chat will generate a new response
  7. Then you can navigate to the previous or next subthread

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Why should you create and navigate subthreads in Copilot Chat on GitHub

GitHub is a collaborative platform designed to streamline software development and enhance project management through version control and issue tracking.

The ability to create and navigate subthreads in Copilot Chat on GitHub offers a structured way to handle complex conversations. This feature enables developers to break down general chat discussions into focused discussions, facilitating clarity and organization.

Using subthreads ensures that each idea can be explored in depth without losing context, enhancing team collaboration and efficiency by maintaining coherent communication flows.

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April 13, 2026
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