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How to reference a file in a GitHub issue?

In GitHub issues, can I reference a file in the repository directly in the issue and have it auto-link?

Solution

  • You cannot auto-link to a file, only commits and issues.

    Side note, it is better to use a hash when linking to make it “future proof”. Example:

    https://github.com/antirez/redis/blob/3244d8b/MANIFESTO