Free Git Command Generator

Generate common Git commands with a visual interface. Free, fast, and works entirely in your browser with no sign-up required.

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Git Command Generator

Generate common Git commands with a visual interface. Perfect for learning Git.

Select Operation

Basic
Branching
Remote
History & Recovery
Advanced

Commit Changes
Basic

Record changes to the repository

Generated Command

$ git commit -m "Your commit message"
Shell Alias
alias gcommit='git commit -m "Your commit message"'
Undo & Fix
Branching
Cleanup
Collaboration
Release & Deploy

Undo last commit (keep changes)
Undo & Fix

Undo the most recent commit but keep your changes staged

$ git reset --soft HEAD~1

This moves HEAD back one commit, leaving your changes staged. You can then edit files and commit again.

Undo last commit (discard changes)
Undo & Fix

Completely remove the last commit and all its changes

$ git reset --hard HEAD~1

WARNING: This permanently deletes the last commit and all uncommitted changes. Use git reflog to recover if needed.

Amend last commit message
Undo & Fix

Change the message of your most recent commit

$ git commit --amend -m "New commit message"

Replaces the last commit message. Only do this if you haven't pushed yet, as it rewrites history.

Unstage all files
Undo & Fix

Remove all files from the staging area

$ git reset HEAD

Unstages all files without modifying your working directory. Files remain modified but are no longer staged.

Discard all local changes
Undo & Fix

Reset working directory to match the last commit

$ git checkout -- .
# Or use: git restore .

Discards all uncommitted changes in tracked files. Untracked files are not affected.

Recover deleted branch
Undo & Fix

Restore a branch that was accidentally deleted

$ git reflog
# Find the commit hash, then:
$ git checkout -b recovered-branch <commit-hash>

Use reflog to find the last commit of the deleted branch, then create a new branch at that commit.

Create feature branch
Branching

Start working on a new feature from main

$ git checkout main
$ git pull origin main
$ git checkout -b feature/my-feature

Ensures you start from the latest main branch, then creates and switches to a new feature branch.

Squash last N commits
Branching

Combine multiple commits into one

$ git reset --soft HEAD~3
$ git commit -m "Combined commit message"

Soft resets N commits back, keeping all changes staged, then creates one new commit. Replace 3 with your number.

Rebase feature on main
Branching

Update your feature branch with latest main changes

$ git checkout feature/my-feature
$ git fetch origin
$ git rebase origin/main

Replays your feature commits on top of the latest main. Resolve conflicts if any arise, then continue.

Cherry-pick a commit
Branching

Apply a specific commit from another branch

$ git log --oneline other-branch
# Find the commit hash, then:
$ git cherry-pick <commit-hash>

Creates a new commit on your current branch with the same changes as the specified commit.

Remove untracked files
Cleanup

Clean up untracked files and directories

$ git clean -n
# Preview first, then:
$ git clean -fd

The -n flag shows what would be deleted. The -f flag forces deletion and -d includes directories.

Remove file from tracking
Cleanup

Stop tracking a file but keep it locally

$ git rm --cached path/to/file
$ echo "path/to/file" >> .gitignore
$ git commit -m "Remove file from tracking"

Removes the file from Git tracking without deleting it from your filesystem. Add it to .gitignore to prevent re-adding.

Prune remote branches
Cleanup

Remove local references to deleted remote branches

$ git fetch --prune
$ git branch -vv | grep "gone"
# Delete stale branches:
$ git branch -d <branch-name>

Fetches and removes references to remote branches that no longer exist, then shows stale local branches.

Resolve merge conflicts
Collaboration

Steps to handle merge conflicts

$ git status
# Edit conflicted files, then:
$ git add .
$ git commit -m "Resolve merge conflicts"

Check which files have conflicts, edit them to resolve the markers (<<<< ==== >>>>), stage and commit.

Stash and switch branches
Collaboration

Save work temporarily to switch branches

$ git stash -u -m "WIP: my changes"
$ git checkout other-branch
# When done, switch back:
$ git checkout original-branch
$ git stash pop

Stashes all changes (including untracked), switches branch, and later restores them with stash pop.

Pull with rebase
Collaboration

Sync with remote without creating merge commits

$ git pull --rebase origin main

Fetches changes and replays your local commits on top. Keeps a cleaner, linear history than merge.

Create a release tag
Release & Deploy

Tag a release version with annotation

$ git tag -a v1.0.0 -m "Release version 1.0.0"
$ git push origin v1.0.0

Creates an annotated tag with a message and pushes it to the remote. Use semantic versioning.

Create release archive
Release & Deploy

Create a zip archive of the current state

$ git archive --format=zip --output=release.zip HEAD

Creates a zip file containing all tracked files at the current HEAD, without the .git directory.

Bisect to find a bug
Release & Deploy

Binary search through commits to find when a bug was introduced

$ git bisect start
$ git bisect bad HEAD
$ git bisect good v1.0.0
# Test each commit, then:
$ git bisect good # or git bisect bad
# When done:
$ git bisect reset

Git checks out commits between good and bad. You test each one and mark it. Git narrows down the offending commit.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Git Command Generator?

The Git Command Generator is a free online tool that helps you build common Git commands through a visual interface without memorizing syntax.

Is the Git Command Generator free?

Yes, it is completely free with no registration required. It runs entirely in your browser.

Is it good for Git beginners?

Yes, the Git Command Generator is perfect for beginners who want to learn Git commands and for experienced developers who need a quick reference.

Is my data safe with this tool?

Absolutely. The Git Command Generator processes everything client-side in your browser. No data is uploaded to or stored on any server. Your content remains private on your device at all times.

Does the Git Command Generator work on mobile devices?

Yes, the Git Command Generator is fully responsive and works on smartphones and tablets. You can use it on any device with a modern web browser -- no app download required.

Do I need to create an account to use this tool?

No account or registration is needed. Simply open the Git Command Generator in your browser and start using it immediately. There are no sign-up walls or usage restrictions.

What programming languages or formats does this support?

The Git Command Generator supports a wide range of popular formats and languages. Check the tool interface for the full list of supported options.

How do I use the Git Command Generator?

Simply enter your input in the provided field, adjust any settings to your preference, and the tool will process it instantly. You can then copy the result to your clipboard or download it.

Which browsers are supported?

The Git Command Generator works in all modern browsers including Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge, and Opera. For the best experience, use the latest version of your preferred browser.

What is the difference between git push --force and --force-with-lease?

Both overwrite the remote branch with your local history, which you typically need after rebasing or amending commits. The difference is safety. A plain --force pushes no matter what, so if a teammate pushed new commits since you last fetched, --force silently erases them. --force-with-lease first checks that the remote still points where you expect; if someone else has pushed in the meantime, the push is rejected instead of clobbering their work. That makes --force-with-lease the safer default for shared branches. This generator offers both options on the push operation and flags plain --force as dangerous, while also surfacing the safer lease variant right beside it. Pick push, toggle the option you want, and copy the exact command to paste into your own terminal.

How do I undo the last commit in Git but keep my changes?

Use a soft or mixed reset rather than a hard one. Running git reset --soft HEAD~1 removes the last commit but leaves every change staged, ready to recommit; git reset HEAD~1 (a mixed reset, the default) keeps the changes in your working directory but unstages them. The key is to avoid git reset --hard HEAD~1, which deletes the commit and permanently discards those changes with no trash bin to recover from. If you only need to fix the commit message or add a forgotten file, git commit --amend is often cleaner than resetting at all. This generator includes the reset operation with soft, mixed, and hard modes, marks the hard option as dangerous, and explains exactly what each does to your working tree before you copy it.

What does git stash do and how do I get my changes back?

git stash saves your uncommitted changes onto a temporary stack and reverts your working directory to a clean state, which is handy when you need to switch branches or pull updates without committing half-finished work. Your changes are not lost; they sit on the stash stack until you restore them. To bring them back, run git stash pop, which reapplies the most recent stash and removes it from the stack, or git stash apply, which reapplies it but keeps a copy on the stack. Use git stash list to see everything you have saved. Be careful with git stash clear, which permanently deletes all stashed changes. This generator covers stash, pop, apply, list, and clear, flagging the destructive clear option so you know which actions can't be undone.

What is a shallow clone and when should I use --depth 1?

A shallow clone copies a repository without its full commit history. Adding --depth 1 to git clone fetches only the most recent commit on each branch instead of every commit since the project began, which dramatically reduces download size and time for large repositories. It is ideal for continuous integration pipelines, Docker builds, and any situation where you just need the current code and don't care about past history. The trade-off is that commands relying on history, such as git log across old commits or git blame deep into the past, won't have the data they need until you unshallow the clone. This generator's clone operation includes the shallow --depth 1 toggle alongside options for a specific --branch and a --recursive submodule pull, so you can assemble the exact clone command and copy it in one click.

How do I squash multiple commits into one before merging?

Squashing combines several commits into a single tidy commit, which keeps your project history readable before merging a feature branch. The common approach is an interactive rebase, git rebase -i HEAD~N, where N is how many commits back you want to review; you then mark the commits to fold together. Alternatively, git merge --squash branch-name stages all of a branch's changes as one set so you can create a single commit on the target branch without bringing over the individual commits. Squashing rewrites history, so avoid doing it on commits already pushed to a shared branch unless you coordinate with your team. This generator includes the merge operation with a --squash toggle and explains what it does, letting you build the command and paste it into your terminal when the result looks right.

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About the Git Command Generator

The Git Command Generator builds correct Git commands for you through a visual interface, so you never have to dig through the man pages or guess at flag order. Pick an operation, fill in a field or two, toggle the options you want, and the exact command assembles itself in a terminal-style preview ready to copy and paste. It is aimed at anyone who uses Git but does not want to memorize its syntax: beginners learning the basics, students working through their first repository, and experienced developers who just need a quick reminder of a flag they reach for once a month.

Everything runs in your browser. There is no sign-up, nothing is uploaded, and no command, branch name, or commit message you type ever leaves your device. The tool generates text locally and works offline once the page has loaded.

What you can generate

The generator covers the everyday Git workflow plus the operations people tend to look up. Commands are grouped into categories so you can browse instead of scroll:

  • Basicclone, init, add, commit, push, pull
  • Branchingbranch, checkout/switch, merge, rebase
  • Remotefetch, remote, and upstream tracking
  • Historylog, diff, reset, stash, tag, reflog
  • Advancedcherry-pick, revert, clean, bisect, blame, worktree, archive

Each operation exposes its own form fields and a set of toggleable flags. Cloning, for example, offers a shallow --depth 1 clone, a specific --branch, and a --recursive pull of submodules; commit offers --amend, -a, GPG signing with -S, and more. A short plain-English explanation accompanies every command, so the tool doubles as a cheatsheet that tells you what each option actually does.

Quick recipes for common tasks

Beyond the individual commands, the generator includes ready-made recipes for the questions people search for most: undo the last commit while keeping changes, discard local changes, squash the last N commits, recover a deleted branch with reflog, rebase a feature branch onto main, prune stale remote branches, and resolve merge conflicts. These bundle the right command with a note on exactly what it will do to your working tree, which removes a lot of the anxiety around the less-forgiving parts of Git.

Built-in guardrails for dangerous commands

Some Git commands rewrite history or delete work permanently, and the generator flags them before you run anything. Destructive options — git push --force, git reset --hard, git clean -f, force-deleting a branch with -D, or discarding local changes on checkout — are marked as dangerous and surface a warning in the preview. A few facts worth keeping in mind:

  • git reset --hard discards all uncommitted changes with no trash bin; staged and unstaged work is gone.
  • git push --force overwrites remote history. Prefer --force-with-lease, which the tool also offers, so you do not clobber a teammate's commits.
  • git clean -f permanently deletes untracked files; running -n first shows what would be removed without touching anything.

The aim is to let you generate a powerful command and understand its blast radius in the same place.

How to use it and copy the result

Search or filter to find an operation, enter the values it needs (a repository URL, a branch name, a commit message), and switch on the flags you want. The command updates in real time. When it looks right, copy it with one click — or copy it as a shell alias, which the tool generates automatically so you can drop a shortcut straight into your .zshrc or .bashrc. Because the Git Command Generator only produces text and never executes anything, you can experiment freely, paste the result into your own terminal, and stay in full control of when and where it runs.