Allison summarizes fresh updates to the GitHub pull request workflow, with batch changes, Copilot-powered grouping, collapsible annotations, and improved merge queue experience for developers.

GitHub Pull Request Files Changed Page Update – November 6

Batch Suggested Changes

Developers can now batch and apply multiple suggested changes simultaneously on the new pull request ‘Files changed’ page, streamlining code review. After adding suggestions to a batch, simply commit them together, with a chance to revise the commit message before finalizing.

Grouping Changes with Copilot

Copilot is now integrated within the pull request process to analyze and organize related changes into logical groups — like refactors, config updates, and test improvements. This helps Copilot Enterprise and Copilot Pro+ users navigate complex reviews. See details about Copilot grouping.

Collapsible Annotations and Comments

CI-reported errors, warnings, and other annotation messages are now collapsible, allowing for a cleaner code view. Comments may also be minimized, accessible via the settings gear menu, giving reviewers more control over their workspace organization.

Other Fixes

This update addresses accessibility and quality-of-life issues, including improved commenting on deleted files and merged pull requests.

Merge Experience Improvements

Draft Conversion: The option to convert a pull request to draft is now accessible directly from the merge experience.
Optional Status Checks: Pull requests in a merge queue now display optional checks, providing extra visibility into potential issues without blocking merges.

Feedback and Further Changes

Users are encouraged to share feedback through the dedicated discussion channels for ongoing improvement. Note that features in public preview may change in the future.

Author: Allison

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