Introducing
The world’s most popular IDE, now smarter and faster
In Visual Studio, Copilot isn’t just aware of your code; it understands your work. With full context across your solution, repo, and tools, it helps you move faster, think bigger, and build with confidence.
Visual Studio 2026 Insiders makes transitioning seamless, offering side-by-side installation with VS2022 and full compatibility with existing workloads. No disruptions, just a future-ready IDE built for .NET 10 and modern development.
Visual Studio now offers compatibility with extensions developed for Visual Studio 2022, enabling you to install your favorite extensions on day one.
Jump right in. Your settings from your previous Visual Studio are right there with you, so it’ll feel familiar and comfortable from the get-go.
Try the newest version without replacing your current install. Install it safely alongside your existing setup with no risk or disruption.
Visual Studio just got a refresh. With a modern Fluent Design, updated icons, and subtle UI improvements throughout, the tools you rely on every day now feel faster, smoother, and more focused so your work feels better, too.
From .NET 10 and modern C++ to cloud and AI services, Visual Studio is ready for whatever you’re building next.
*Best on Windows 11 with 64 GB RAM and 16 cores – faster and more responsive than Visual Studio 2022 on the same hardware.
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