GitHub Changelog
6/26/2026
GitHub Desktop 3.6 adds worktrees and deeper Copilot integration
Original: GitHub Desktop 3.6: Worktrees and deeper Copilot integration
Short summary
GitHub Desktop 3.6 integrates GitHub Copilot directly into the client, automating commit message generation and merge conflict resolution through AI. The release also adds native Git worktree support, enabling developers to switch between multiple branches without complex manual setup. These features streamline the day-to-day Git workflow, reducing the need to switch between tools.
- •Copilot-powered commit message generation and merge conflict resolution
- •Native Git worktree support for multi-branch workflows
- •Consolidated Git operations reduce context-switching
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