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…guidance This update enhances the README.md file to provide a clearer and more helpful onboarding experience for users of GitHub Copilot for X code. Key improvements include: - Fixed minor typos and ensured consistent branding (e.g., "GitHub Copilot" spelling). - Added a detailed Table of Contents for easier navigation. - Improved section organization and used proper Markdown formatting for headings, code blocks, images, and tables. - Enhanced accessibility with more descriptive image alt texts. - Added a Quick Start section for experienced users. - Expanded troubleshooting guidance and summarized keyboard shortcuts in a dedicated table. - Clarified installation and setup steps using continuous numbering and concise instructions. - Added notes and tips for important steps, such as permissions and Xcode settings. - Provided links for support, privacy policy, and acknowledgements. These updates make the README more accessible, visually appealing, and informative for both new and existing users.
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Pull Request Overview
This PR enhances the README.md to provide clearer onboarding, improved accessibility, and a more organized layout.
- Standardizes branding and fixes minor typos.
- Introduces a Table of Contents, reorganizes sections, and adds a Quick Start guide.
- Improves Markdown formatting, adds descriptive alt texts, and expands troubleshooting.
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README.md:26
- [nitpick] Consider renaming this header to “### Copilot Chat” to maintain consistent product naming throughout the document.
### Chat
## Quick Start | ||
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1. **Install via Homebrew:** | ||
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brew install --cask github-copilot-for-xcode | ||
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*Or* download the `.dmg` from the [latest release](https://github.com/github/CopilotForXcode/releases/latest/download/GitHubCopilotForXcode.dmg) and drag **GitHub Copilot for Xcode** into your **Applications** folder. | ||
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2. **Open the app** and accept any security warnings. | ||
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3. **Grant permissions** (Background, Accessibility, and Xcode Source Editor Extension) when prompted. | ||
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4. **Enable the extension** in System Preferences > Extensions > Xcode Source Editor. | ||
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5. **Open Xcode** and verify the **GitHub Copilot** menu under the Xcode **Editor** menu. | ||
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6. **Sign in to GitHub Copilot** via the app settings. | ||
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## Getting Started | ||
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1. Install via [Homebrew](https://brew.sh/): | ||
### 1. Installation | ||
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- Install via [Homebrew](https://brew.sh/), or | ||
- Download the `.dmg` from [the latest release](https://github.com/github/CopilotForXcode/releases/latest/download/GitHubCopilotForXcode.dmg) and drag it into your Applications folder. | ||
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[nitpick] The document currently has both a “Quick Start” and a “Getting Started” section covering setup steps. Consider consolidating or clearly differentiating these sections to avoid redundancy and user confusion.
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This update enhances the README.md file to provide a clearer and more helpful onboarding experience for users of GitHub Copilot for X code. Key improvements include:
These updates make the README more accessible, visually appealing, and informative for both new and existing users.
At the moment we are not accepting contributions to the repository.