# Copilot code review: API support and new default effort level

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- Publisher: GitHub Changelog
- Author credit: Allison
- Category: AI
- Original publication time: 2026-10-02T19:13:50Z
- First observed by NexusTechWire: 2026-10-02T23:50:57Z
- Original source: https://github.blog/changelog/2026-10-02-copilot-code-review-api-support-and-new-default-effort-level
- NexusTechWire record: https://nexustechwire.com/news/news-be3b1d34107991259e7d

## The brief

GitHub now lets users request Copilot code reviews through REST or GraphQL and choose an effort level per request. The features are generally available on Pro, Pro+, Max, Business and Enterprise plans. Balanced became the Default effort level on September 28, 2026, for both existing and new repositories and organizations; explicitly configured Lite settings remain unchanged. Administrators and individuals can still adjust their review settings.

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Read the full original: [GitHub Changelog](https://github.blog/changelog/2026-10-02-copilot-code-review-api-support-and-new-default-effort-level)

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