Can I make copilot less intrusive? #75309
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Select Topic AreaQuestion BodyI've been using copilot for a couple months now. Sometimes its useful, especially for repetitive tasks. But I'm finding that the majority of the time, its mostly getting in the way. Just because I hit enter to go to a new line doesn't mean that I want it to auto suggest code all the time. I also don't want it to guess and auto-replace whatever it is I'm typing. I'm not sure yet exactly what the desired behavior should be, but besides just turning Copilot off and cancelling my subscription, are there any options to make it less intrusive? |
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Thanks, but like I said |
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1. Use Manual Triggering:Instead of relying on automatic suggestions, consider using Copilot in manual mode. This means you would invoke suggestions when you need them by pressing a specific key combination (e.g., Tab or a custom shortcut). 2. Toggle Suggestions On/Off:Some IDEs or code editors allow you to toggle code suggestions on and off. Check if there's a setting or keyboard shortcut to quickly enable or disable Copilot suggestions. 3. Modify Key Bindings:Check if there are customizable key bindings for Copilot in your code editor. You might be able to change the key combination that triggers suggestions or turn it off completely. 4. Fine-Tune Autocomplete Settings:Explore the settings or preferences of Copilot to see if there are options to fine-tune its autocomplete behavior. This might include adjusting the aggressiveness of suggestions or specifying when suggestions should appear. 5. Provide Feedback:If there are specific instances where Copilot is not behaving as expected or is intrusive, consider providing feedback to GitHub. They might take user feedback into account for future updates. 6. Check for Updates:Ensure that you are using the latest version of GitHub Copilot. Updates often include bug fixes and improvements, so keeping your tools up-to-date might resolve some of the issues you're experiencing. 7. Review Editor-Specific Settings:Depending on the code editor you're using, there may be additional settings related to autocompletion and suggestions. Review the documentation for your specific editor to see if there are customization options. 8. Temporary Disabling:If you find Copilot too intrusive during a specific coding session, you can consider temporarily disabling it or switching to a different mode (manual triggering) until you feel the need for its assistance. |
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I also have this issue, and I wonder if there is a way to lower the time for suggestion, ie instead of getting suggestion after 500ms I want to set the suggestion to come after 2 seconds, as it is too eager in my opinion @farid-teymouri I could not find any documentation on how to fine tune autocomplete settings, do you have a link for that? |
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Same issue here. |
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I've been a satisfied Copilot user for a couple of years, but recently it has become far more intrusive and far too eager to make low-quality suggestions. Especially with the most recent release in VS code 1.100, Copilot is continuously suggesting to the point where I can hardly even type. Not infrequently the suggestions mix with what I'm trying to type and things get jumbled. I also have the impression that suggestion quality has gone down. Basically every time I hit enter, copilot wants to suggest something, and > 95% of the time now I am rejecting it. My request is a way to trigger a suggestion on-demand by a keystroke. Now with VS code 1.100, there is no longer a command to toggle copilot suggestions on/off. |
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Certainly, managing the behavior of Copilot to suit your preferences is important for a smoother coding experience. Here are a few suggestions to make Copilot less intrusive:
Adjust Autocomplete Trigger:
Copilot often suggests code when you press Enter to go to a new line. You can try changing this behavior by modifying the autocomplete trigger. You can experiment with different triggers like Tab or a specific key combination. Check Copilot settings or preferences in your IDE to see if there's an option to customize the autocomplete trigger.
Use Manual Trigger:
Some IDEs or text editors allow you to manually trigger Copilot suggestions rather than having them appear automatically. This ca…