⚡ Advanced

How to use git worktree

Work on multiple branches simultaneously without stashing.

Add a worktree
git worktree add ../hotfix hotfix-branch

Creates a new working directory at ../hotfix checked out to hotfix-branch.

When to use: Working on a hotfix while keeping your current feature branch intact — no stashing needed.

List worktrees
git worktree list

Shows all active worktrees and their branches.

Remove a worktree
git worktree remove ../hotfix

Removes the worktree directory and cleans up references.

Related Tasks

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Stash changes

git stash
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Create a branch

git switch -c feature/my-feature
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Switch branches

git switch branch-name
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