# GitHub makes new dashboard the default for all users

Digest AI · Agents & Tools · published 2026-10-03T09:59:01Z

Canonical: https://digestai.news/story/github-makes-new-dashboard-the-default-for-all-users

## Summary

GitHub announced that its redesigned dashboard, previously offered only as a preview, is now the default view for every user. The new layout groups active Copilot coding agent sessions, issues and pull requests in a single pane, letting developers see up to 12 items per list and filter what appears. A separate Feed tab keeps notifications distinct from the productivity‑focused dashboard.

The update also lets users start work directly from the dashboard, such as assigning an issue to a Copilot coding agent or opening a pull request in Copilot Chat. Users who prefer the older layout can revert at any time via a dropdown next to “Preview.” GitHub invites feedback through a community discussion thread.

The change aims to streamline daily workflows for developers by surfacing the most relevant information and actions in one place, while still offering the option to switch back if desired.

## Key points

- GitHub's redesigned dashboard is now the default view for all users.
- Dashboard shows active Copilot agent sessions, issues, and pull requests with up to 12 items per list.
- Users can assign issues to Copilot coding agent or open PRs in Copilot Chat directly from the dashboard.

## Why it matters

A unified, default dashboard reduces context switching for developers, making AI‑assisted tools like Copilot more accessible and improving overall productivity on the platform.

## Sources

1. [GitHub's new dashboard experience now the default](https://github.blog/changelog/2026-10-01-new-dashboard-experience-now-the-default) (github.blog, 2026-10-03)

## Cite

Digest AI, "GitHub makes new dashboard the default for all users", 3 October 2026, https://digestai.news/story/github-makes-new-dashboard-the-default-for-all-users

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