slash commands

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Techniques

Text shortcuts entered with / to trigger contextual actions in Copilot chat.

Why it's here

Placed in Assess: 1 article(s) of evidence from 1 source(s), led by product launches, with 1 in the last 30 days. Confidence 24%. Low accumulated evidence, so it defaults conservatively pending more signal.

Evidence (1)

4GitHub Blog·8/6/2026product_launch
Guide to slash commands in GitHub Copilot app
GitHub explains how slash commands work in the Copilot app chat composer, highlighting shortcuts for managing sessions, navigating projects, and shaping workflows. The post contrasts app commands with Copilot CLI commands and spotlights uses such as planning features, refactoring, and bug triage.