Branchlet is a terminal-based utility for creating, managing and removing Git worktrees. It provides an interactive interface alongside direct command-line operations, making it suitable for developers who frequently work across multiple branches.
Git worktrees allow separate branches of a repository to remain checked out in different directories. This arrangement is useful when developing independent features, reviewing changes or working on several tasks without repeatedly switching the main working directory.
Branchlet simplifies worktree administration by providing commands for common operations and configurable project setup behaviour. It can create a worktree from a selected source branch, assign a new branch name and prepare the resulting directory for development.
The tool also supports copying project configuration files and executing custom commands after creating worktrees. These facilities help developers establish consistent working environments without repeatedly performing the same manual preparation steps.
For automation, Branchlet offers non-interactive commands and machine-readable output, allowing worktree management to be incorporated into scripts.
This is free and open source software.
Key Features
- Interactive terminal menu for creating, listing and deleting Git worktrees.
- Direct command-line operations for frequently used worktree tasks.
- Non-interactive operation suitable for scripts and automated workflows.
- Creates worktrees from a selected source branch.
- Supports independent worktree directory names and branch names.
- Lists existing worktrees with optional JSON output.
- Project-specific and global configuration settings.
- Configurable directory naming templates using repository and branch variables.
- Copies selected configuration files and directories into new worktrees.
- Supports glob patterns and exclusion rules when copying files.
- Runs configurable commands after creating a worktree.
- Can launch an editor or terminal command in the new working directory.
- Optional branch deletion when removing a worktree, with safety checks.
- Supports force removal when explicitly requested.
- Cross-platform support – runs on Linux, macOS, and Windows.
Website: github.com/raghavpillai/branchlet
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Developer: Raghav Pillai
License: MIT License
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