After an initial commit creates a checkpoint, you can manually commit new or edited files as you work.
NOTE: If you use automated version control, you do not need to commit manually because your commits are managed automatically. However, there might be times when you want to manually commit files. For more information on auto commits, see Automating Version Control.
If you are using DTAP-style release management, periodic commits by developers are key. Use the commit messages to record updates as prescribed by your project manager, for example, cross referencing specifications or work flow tracking numbers.
To manually commit recently added, deleted, or changed files:
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Open the project, and ensure that it is the active project.
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Click Tools > Version Control > Commit.
If you want to commit only a single file or only files within a single folder, you can right-click the file or folder and click Version Control > Commit.
The Commit dialog box
opens, and icons display in the Status column indicating each file's status. -
Toggle selected files using All or None and/or select the individual check box for any files or folders that you want to commit. Select a folder to include the contents of the folder.
NOTE: You can use the Filter, View, and file status check boxes located in the upper right corner to limit what displays in the file listing.
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Required: Enter a clear commit message in the text box that co-developers can understand.
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Click OK.
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