Check Global .gitignore
Sometimes, global .gitignore settings can override local .gitignore settings.
Fix:
1. Check Global .gitignore:
Git allows the use of a global .gitignore file that can be applied across all repositories. Check if there is a global .gitignore file configured.
git config --get core.excludesfile
This command will show the path to the global .gitignore file if it exists.
2. Update Global .gitignore:
Make necessary changes to the global .gitignore file if it is causing conflicts.
nano ~/.gitignore_global
How to Fix “git ignore” Not Working Error?
The .gitignore file in Git, allows you to specify files and directories that should be ignored by Git. However, there are some cases where .gitignore might not work as expected, causing frustration among developers. This article will guide you through the common reasons why .gitignore might not be working and how to fix these issues.
Table of Content
- What are .gitignore file?
- 1. The File is Already Being Tracked
- 2. Incorrect File Paths in .gitignore:
- 3. .gitignore File Not in the Root Directory
- 4. Syntax Errors in .gitignore
- 5. Case Sensitivity Issues
- 6. Check Global .gitignore