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copilot-customization-features

Configure Copilot customization features for VS Code projects.

Updated Feb 3, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/mikejhill/copilot-instructions --skill copilot-customization-features
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: copilot-customization-features
Source: https://github.com/mikejhill/copilot-instructions/tree/main/.github/skills/copilot-customization-features
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/mikejhill/copilot-instructions --skill copilot-customization-features

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This skill helps teams choose and configure Copilot customization features for VS Code projects.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Guided feature selection: Clarifies when to use Custom Instructions, Instructions Files, AGENTS.md, Agent Skills, Prompt Files, or Custom Agents.
  • Structured setup: Preserves consistent folder structure (.github/skills/*, .github/instructions, .github/prompts, etc.) and frontmatter requirements.
  • Cross-project applicability: Supports workspace-level and folder-level overrides to standardize customization strategies.

Quick Start

Ask the AI to select the appropriate Copilot customization feature type for your project and generate a starter SKILL.md or AGENTS.md reference content.

Frequently Asked Questions about copilot-customization-features

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

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What are the Copilot customization features available for VS Code projects?▼

Copilot customization features for VS Code projects include six types: Custom Instructions, Instructions Files, AGENTS.md, Agent Skills, Prompt Files, and Custom Agents. This skill guides teams in selecting and configuring the appropriate feature type for their specific project needs.

How do I choose between Custom Instructions and Agent Skills for my project?▼

Choosing between Copilot customization features depends on your project scope. This skill clarifies when to use Custom Instructions, Instructions Files, AGENTS.md, Agent Skills, Prompt Files, or Custom Agents based on your specific workspace and folder-level requirements.

How do I set up a consistent folder structure for Copilot customization files?▼

To set up Copilot customization folders, use a consistent structure with .github/skills/*, .github/instructions, and .github/prompts. This skill helps generate starter SKILL.md or AGENTS.md reference content while enforcing frontmatter name and description requirements.

Can I apply Copilot customization features across multiple repositories in a workspace?▼

Yes, Copilot customization features support workspace-level and folder-level overrides to standardize strategies across multiple repos. This skill helps configure cross-project applicability for VS Code projects to ensure consistent customization strategies.

What are the requirements for creating an AGENTS.md or SKILL.md reference file?▼

Creating a SKILL.md or AGENTS.md reference file requires name and description fields in the frontmatter. This skill enforces these discovery rules and ensures a consistent folder structure with optional scripts, references, and assets.

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