View code and comments side-by-side in pull request Files changed page
Source: GitHub Changelog
New docked panels for the pull request “Files changed” page
Docked panels for the pull request “Files changed” page are rolling out now. They let you review code with key pull request context open side‑by‑side: overview, comments, merge status, and alerts. You can stay in flow without switching tabs or losing your place.
If you’re still using the classic “Files changed” page, you’ll need to opt into the new experience to view the docked panels from this page. Learn more by checking out our changelog about the new experience.
View review comments and high‑level conversations in one place. You can also add new comments from the panel without navigating away. To open it, click the Comments button in the Files changed toolbar. Learn more in the Comments panel changelog.
ℹ️ Overview panel
Reference the pull request description without leaving your review. This makes it easier to stay oriented in the diff while checking context like goals, implementation notes, or testing instructions. To open it, click the Overview button in the Files changed toolbar. Learn more in the Overview panel changelog.
✅ Merge status panel
Check merge readiness from anywhere in the pull request. Merge status is now available at the top of every pull request page. Click the Merge status button in the pull request header to open the details so you can quickly identify blockers, missing approvals, and get your pull request ready to merge. Learn more in the merge status changelog.
⚠️ Alerts panel
Review security alerts in the same place you review code. The Alerts panel surfaces code scanning alerts related to changes in the pull request, so you can review findings alongside the diff and take action without leaving your review. To open it, click the Alerts button in the Files changed toolbar.
♥️ Feedback
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