DeepSeek for Copilot
April 30, 2026 · View on GitHub
Use DeepSeek V4 models in Copilot Chat.
Setup
- Install the extension.
Ctrl+Shift+P→ DeepSeek: Set API Key → enter your key from platform.deepseek.com.- Open Copilot Chat, pick a DeepSeek model. Chat.
Model Picker
Each model has a gear icon with two dropdowns:
| Setting | Options | Default |
|---|---|---|
| Thinking Effort | None, High, Max | High |
| Temperature | Balanced (1.0), Precise (0.2), Creative (1.3), Max (1.5) | Balanced |
No global settings needed, everything lives in the picker.
Commands
| Command | What it does |
|---|---|
DeepSeek: Set API Key | Store API key |
DeepSeek: Clear API Key | Remove stored key |
DeepSeek: Show Logs | Open output channel (token counts, cache hit rate) |
Requirements
- VS Code 1.118+
- GitHub Copilot subscription
- DeepSeek API key
License
MIT