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Add support for choosing MCP tools/servers when creating a new chat

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Description

Add support for choosing MCP tools/servers when creating a new chat

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| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| App version | 1.0.26 |
| OS | macOS 26.5.2 |
| Theme | GitHub |
| Path | / |
| Tenure | Week 11 |

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Research direction

The issue names no files, tests, or entry points. Start by locating the new-chat flow in the GitHub Copilot desktop app and determining how MCP tools and servers are represented; clarify the selection behavior and acceptance criteria with maintainers before implementation.

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Assessment

Domain
ai, desktop
Issue type
Feature
Difficulty
5/5
Estimated time
Over a week
Activity status
Quiet
Clarity
Needs clarification
Newbie friendliness
35/100

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