Next Edit Suggestion blocks code

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I'm using the xcode plugin, when NES is enabled it covers the code that the suggestion is trying to edit.
Please make the suggestion popup moveable or make it appear a bellow the code

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💬 Addressing Copilot Suggestion UI Overlap

This is a valid piece of feedback, particularly when dealing with lengthy suggestions from AI code assistants in certain IDEs like Xcode (where the user mentions the Native Extension System, or NES, is involved).

1. Acknowledge the Problem

"Hello! Thank you for raising this issue. The problem of the Copilot suggestion overlay (the 'ghost code') blocking the actual code being edited is a common pain point, especially in environments where the IDE's rendering system (like the NES in Xcode) might interact with Copilot's display logic. This negatively impacts the user experience and flow state."

2. Validate the Proposed Solution

The user's suggestion for a movable or below-the-code popup is a great design alternative.

"Your suggestion to make the suggestion movable (perhaps via a separate, persistent pop-up window) or to force it to appear below the code being edited is an excellent solution for improving productivity. This would allow the user to review the suggestion without having their current work area completely covered."

3. Provide the Current Best Practices

While waiting for a feature update, provide the current methods for managing and dismissing the suggestions quickly:

• Dismissing the Suggestion: To remove the overlay immediately and continue editing the code, you typically press the Escape key.
• Accepting the Suggestion: To accept the full suggestion, press Tab.
• Accepting by Word/Line: Many Copilot integrations allow you to press Option (Alt) + Right Arrow to accept the suggestion one word at a time, allowing you to gradually reveal the code underneath while reviewing.

4. Conclude with Product Feedback

"Given that this is an issue of visual obstruction, this is essential Product Feedback for the Copilot team to enhance IDE integration, particularly in JetBrains and Xcode. Providing an option for the suggestion to appear in an unobtrusive space (like the status bar, a pop-up, or below the line) would significantly improve the developer workflow."