How to use Git’s ‘mv’ Command In GIT
Before moving on to the approach, make sure the file exists in the directory, and use the exact name of the file when renaming it.
Step 1: Rename to the Desired Case-sensitive Name
git mv filename.txt Filename.txt
Step 2: Commit the changes
git commit -m "Rename filename.txt to Filename.txt"
Note: This approach works directly in environments where the file system’s case sensitivity does not conflict with Git’s tracking.
How to Commit Case-Sensitive Only Filename Changes in Git?
Git is a distributed version control system that is widely used for tracking changes in source code during software development. By default, Git is case-sensitive, but the underlying file systems (like NTFS on Windows and HFS+ on macOS) can be case-insensitive. This can cause issues when renaming files where only the case of the letters changes. This article will guide you on how to commit case-sensitive filename changes in Git effectively.
Table of Content
- Understanding the Issue
- Using Git’s ‘mv’ Command
- Configuring Git to Ignore Case Changes Globally
- Conclusion