Visual Studio’s Copilot now brings intelligent assistance to the once-overwhelming Output Window in version 17.14—transforming cryptic logs into clear, actionable insights. Developers can simply ask Copilot about build errors, warnings, or debug messages directly within the IDE and receive instant contextual explanations and suggested next steps.

Here’s what you need to know:

What’s new
Copilot can now read your Output Window—so you can interact with your build and debug logs like never before. Whether it’s errors, warnings, or just understanding what’s happening under the hood, Copilot’s got you covered.
How it works
Simply highlight any logs in the Output Window, right-click, and ask Copilot for help—works across Build, Debug, Tests, Source Control, Package Manager, and more.
Why it matters
This feature helps you debug faster, learn on the go, and stay focused on building great software—whether you’re just starting out or an experienced developer.