Learn what is new in the Visual Studio Code January 2026 Release (1.109).

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VS Code Insiders version 1.109 (January 2026) introduces several terminal improvements including kitty keyboard protocol support, win32-input-mode, and new SGR escape sequences for better text formatting. The release enhances chat functionality with improved archived session discoverability and session import options. Terminal tool updates include timeout parameters and better npm command handling. New features include MCP server management commands, MCP Apps support for custom UI, and API improvements for quick input buttons and overflow menus.

January 2026 Insiders (version 1.109)