Commit Status : File View

i. Overview #

The File View feature in the Commit Status page allows users to compare files between two Git branches in a dual-pane structure. It provides detailed insights into file differences, including added, deleted, modified, or unchanged files, and supports file synchronization across branches.

ii. Features #

• Dual-Pane File Tree
• File Content Comparison
• Editing and Synchronization
• File Copying
• Scroll Synchronization
• Server-Side File Management

iii. How to Use Guide #

• Loading the File View

• 1. Navigate to the Commit Status page as in previous commit Status page guide.
  2. Click the File-View button.
     
  3. It fetch files as per the backlogs in server.
     
     

• Viewing File Content
  1. Click on a file name in either pane.
  2. A modal appears displaying file content side-by-side.
     

• Editing File Content

1. 1. Modify the content in the target branch pane.
      
      
   2. Click Save Changes.
      
      
   3. Enter a commit message and confirm.
      
      
   4. After submit it save and give success response.

• Copying Files
  1. Select files to copy by clicking checkboxes.
     
     
  2. Click Copy Files.
     
     
  3. Provide a commit message to confirm the operation.
     
     

• Viewing File Differences
  1. Use the API to compare file contents between branches.
     
     
  2. Handle cases where files are missing or parameters are invalid.

• Scroll Synchronization
  1. Interact with the dual-pane view.