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Fable 5 is back — which VS Code route has it

VS Code users reach Anthropic models through Copilot, Claude Code, or API extensions. Fable 5 returned July 1, so each route just needs a quick check that it's wired up — plus a plan for the premium usage-credit pricing.

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Quick summary

Fable 5 is back (July 1); Copilot exposure depends on GitHub's model list and policy.
Claude Code follows Claude model availability, where Fable 5 also returned.
API extensions depend on your provider account — the direct API has it first; cloud is staged.
Fable 5 is premium-priced on usage credits, so keep a cheaper fallback for routine work.

RoutesCopilot / Claude Code / API

Fable 5Back (July 1)

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Copilot route

Check GitHub Copilot's current model picker and organization policy to see whether Fable 5 is exposed for your plan. Don't rely on old launch screenshots either way.

Claude Code route

Fable 5 is back in Claude Code as of July 1 — use it for the hard jobs — it bills through usage credits now — and switch to Opus 4.8 or the cheaper Sonnet 5 for routine work.

API extension route

An extension can only call models your provider account can call. The direct Anthropic API got Fable 5 back first; cloud (Bedrock, Google Cloud, Foundry) is staged. Keep a fallback route so cost or a staged provider never blocks a long run.

Need the short answer?

Fable 5 is back worldwide as of July 1 — in-plan on Max and Team Premium, on usage credits for Pro. See the live status, or use GLM-5.2 or the new Sonnet 5 for cheaper work.

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FAQ

Can I use Fable 5 in VS Code now?

Yes — Fable 5 returned July 1. Whether a given route (Copilot, Claude Code, an API extension) exposes it depends on that provider, so check its model picker.

Which VS Code route is best?

Whichever provider clearly shows Fable 5 available and its pricing. Mind the metered credit costs, and keep a cheaper fallback for routine work.

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