GITIGNORE file: How can I open a .GITIGNORE file?
The table below provides useful information about the .gitignore file extension. It answers questions such as:
- What is the .gitignore file?
- What program do I need to open a .gitignore file?
- How can the .gitignore file be opened, edited or printed?
- How can I convert .gitignore files to another format?
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✅ Git Ignore File
The GITIGNORE file is a Git Ignore File. Git is a distributed revision control system with an emphasis on speed, data integrity, and support for distributed, non-linear workflows.
⚠ Be careful with .gitignore files.
It's important to know that the .gitignore file extension can be used by various programs, not just the ones you expect. This includes potentially harmful software or malware that might create .gitignore files. Be cautious when dealing with .gitignore files from unknown sources.
🔴 Can't open a .gitignore file?
When you double-click a file to open it, Windows examines the filename extension. If Windows recognizes the filename extension, it opens the file in the program that is associated with that filename extension. When Windows does not recognize a filename extension, you receive the following message:
Select an app to open this .gitignore file
It means that the operating system does not have a default app associated with the .gitignore file type. To resolve this issue and open the file, you can take the following steps:
- Right-click on the .gitignore file. A context menu will appear.
- From the context menu, select Open with. Windows will display a list of recommended apps.
- If the desired app is listed, select it from the provided options.
- If you cannot find the appropriate app, you may need to install software that supports the specific file type.
If you don't know how to change the default app for the .gitignore file, check the FAQ.
🔴 Can I change the extension of files?
Changing the filename extension of a file is not a good idea. The extension of a file serves as a hint to the operating system and various software programs about the type of data contained within the file. When you alter a file's extension, you essentially modify how software applications interpret and handle that file. Every file has a specific format, also known as its file type or file format. The problem is, changing the file extension does not change the file format.
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