GitHub has introduced a new pull request overview page in public preview, aimed at making pull requests easier to follow and manage. The page brings merge status and next available actions to the top, reducing the need to scroll through comments and timeline events.
What happened
GitHub has launched a new pull request overview page in public preview, designed to streamline the review process for developers. The new page brings merge status and next available actions to the top of the page in a compact readiness summary. This feature is intended to make pull requests easier to follow as code, conversations, and reviews evolve. The merge box, which developers use to see whether a pull request can move forward, has been redesigned to show the same information in less than half the space. Users can explore supporting signals such as checks, comments, and approvals without losing context. GitHub is inviting users to try the new overview and provide feedback to help shape future improvements.
FAQ
What is the new pull request overview page?
The new pull request overview page brings merge status and next available actions to the top of the page in a compact readiness summary.
How can I try the new overview page?
You can try the new overview page by opting into the public preview and using the menu to switch to the new overview.
How can I provide feedback?
You can share your feedback and report issues in the overview preview feedback discussion.
Source: GitHub
