Agent mode is not available in JetBrains IDE

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Hi!
I can't use Agent Mode and MCP servers in JetBrains Goland IDE despite them being part of the extension. I can use both these features in VS Code.

My access to the Github Copilot is provided by the organization and "Editor preview features" policy is disabled. If it is a policy-related issue - where could i find the comprehensive list of what are preview and non-preview (released?) features for each extension?

VS Code version - 1.101.1
VS Code Github Copilot extension version - 1.336.0
VS Code Github Copilot Chat extension version - 0.28.1

JetBrains IDE version - GoLand 2025.1
JetBrains Github Copilot extension version - 1.5.47-243

Thanks!

[srijon57]

The issue you're experiencing with Agent Mode and MCP servers in JetBrains GoLand, despite these features working in Visual Studio Code, could indeed be related to the policies set by your organization or differences in how these features are implemented or supported across different IDEs.

Here are some steps and considerations to help you troubleshoot and understand the situation better:

• Organization Policies: Since your access to GitHub Copilot is managed by your organization, it's possible that certain features are restricted based on the policies they have set. The "Editor preview features" policy being disabled might affect the availability of newer or experimental features.

• Feature Parity: Not all features may be available or implemented in the same way across different IDEs and extensions. JetBrains GoLand and Visual Studio Code are different environments, and their extensions might have different levels of support or integration for certain features.

• Documentation and Release Notes: To find a comprehensive list of what features are considered preview versus released, you should refer to the official documentation and release notes for the GitHub Copilot extension for each IDE. This information is typically provided by the extension developers and can often be found on their official GitHub repositories, websites, or within the extension's documentation in the IDE.

• Contacting Support: If the documentation does not provide clear answers, consider reaching out to the support teams for both GitHub Copilot and JetBrains. They may be able to provide more detailed information about feature availability and any known issues or limitations.

• Feedback and Feature Requests: If certain features are important for your workflow, you can provide feedback or submit feature requests to the extension developers. This can help prioritize the development and integration of these features in future updates.

• Update and Compatibility: Ensure that both your IDE and the GitHub Copilot extension are up to date. Sometimes, updating to the latest version can resolve issues or add support for features that were previously unavailable.

In summary, while it can be frustrating to encounter differences in feature availability across IDEs, understanding the policies, documentation, and support channels can help you navigate and potentially resolve these issues. If you need further assistance or specific links to documentation, feel free to ask!