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Learn how to easily `remove` multiple tracked files and add them to `.gitignore` using Visual Studio Code with straightforward commands.
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Easily Untrack Files and Update .gitignore in VSCode

Managing files in a Git repository can sometimes be overwhelming, especially when you compile your projects and realize that numerous files are being tracked that shouldn’t be. In this guide, we’ll discuss how to efficiently remove those unwanted tracked files and add them to your .gitignore file using Visual Studio Code (VSCode). If you are struggling with untracking multiple files, this will be a simple guide for you!

The Problem

You may find yourself in a situation where you have numerous files tracked by Git in your project’s folder. After compiling your solution, you notice a host of files appearing in the VSCode source control tab that are not needed for version control. While it’s straightforward to mark files to be ignored in the .gitignore file, untracking multiple files can be tedious, especially if you have to do it one by one.

The Solution

Fortunately, there’s a more efficient way to untrack multiple files at once without the hassle of nonstop clicking or typing git rm --cached <file> for every single file. Below is a simple and effective solution:

Step-by-Step Instructions

Open Your Terminal:

You can use the integrated terminal in VSCode by going to View Terminal or using the shortcut Ctrl + ` .

Run Git Commands:

To remove all tracked files from your current directory, execute the following command:

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Here, the . indicates your current working directory, meaning Git will recursively look through and remove tracking from all files.

Re-add Files:

Next, to add back all files and ensure that the files specified in your .gitignore are not re-tracked, use the command:

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This command will add everything back except for the files you've put in .gitignore, effectively leaving you with a clean working state.

Adding to .gitignore

Don’t forget to update your .gitignore file with the files or patterns you want to ignore moving forward. This will prevent them from being tracked in the future.

Benefits of This Approach

Simplicity: Use just a couple of commands instead of multiple entries, saving time and effort.

Efficiency: Automatically removes tracking for all unwanted files in one go.

Control: Retain complete command over which files should be added back and ensure that files meant to be ignored stay out of your repository.

Conclusion

With just the right Git commands, you can streamline your workflow in Visual Studio Code, ensuring that your repository remains clean and organized. Using git rm --cached . followed by git add . allows you to effortlessly manage tracked files and keep your project tidy. Take control of your Git environment today by applying these straightforward techniques!

Now go ahead and clean up your working directory, and don’t forget to update your .gitignore for future projects!