When you edit a file in another user's repository, we'll automatically fork the repository and open a pull request for you.

Note: Forks of private repositories don't count against the allotted private repositories for your payment plan.

  1. In another user's repository, browse to the folder that contains the file you want to edit. Click the name of the file you want to edit.
  2. Above the file content, click . At this point, GitHub forks the repository for you.
  3. New content in fileMake any changes you need to the file.
  4. File preview buttonAbove the new content, click Preview changes.

  5. Commit message for your changeAt the bottom of the page, type a short, meaningful commit message that describes the change you made to the file.

  6. Commit Changes buttonClick Propose file change.

  7. Pull Request description pageType a title and description for your pull request.
  8. Pull Request buttonClick Create pull request.

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