Applying a Patch
Suppose there is a patch file with changes done, here in our example for gfg.txt file. If the user wants to check these changes are correct or not, so a different branch is created from the master and applied the patch to check the changes. This is how the patch is applied in the new branch.
Applying is done by git apply 0001-Add-description.patch where “0001-Add-description.patch” is the patch name that is to be applied. After applying the patch, the related file will be modified with the changes done in that patch file and can be reviewed, before pushing it to the master branch of the main repository.
Using Patches in Git
Git allows developers to manage changes, collaborate with others, and maintain a history of their work. One of the lesser-known but highly useful features in Git is the ability to create and apply patches. This article will guide you through the process of using patches in Git, including creating patches, applying patches, and understanding their benefits.
Table of Content
- What is a Patch in Git?
- Creating a patch for a single file
- Creating patch for a binary image
- Creating patches form the commits
- Applying a Patch