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git-add:tldr:202aa

git-add: Add all files (tracked and untracked).
$ git add -A
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The command "git add -A" is used in Git version control system to add all changes, including modified files, deleted files, and new files, from the working directory to the staging area (also known as the index).

Here is a breakdown of the components of the command:

  • "git" is the command to interact with Git.
  • "add" is the subcommand that adds changes to the staging area.
  • "-A" is an option that stands for "all". It specifies that all modifications, deletions, and new files from the entire working directory should be added to the staging area.

When you run this command, Git identifies any changes made to the files in your repository and stages them, preparing them to be committed. It essentially updates the index to reflect the current state of the working directory.

This explanation was created by an AI. In most cases those are correct. But please always be careful and never run a command you are not sure if it is safe.
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