Git Stash Pop

What is Git Stash Pop?

Git stash pop is a command used in Git to apply the latest stash and simultaneously remove it from the stash list. This is particularly useful when you want to apply changes stored in a stash and clean up your stash list in one step.

How Does Git Stash Pop Work?

When you run the git stash pop command, Git retrieves the most recent stash and applies the changes to your working directory. Unlike git stash apply, which leaves the stash in your list, git stash pop will remove the stash after applying it, simplifying your stash management.

Basic Usage of Git Stash Pop

This command will apply and remove the most recent stash in your list. If there are conflicts during the application, Git will notify you, and you'll need to resolve them manually.

Example Scenario

Imagine you're working on a feature branch and have some changes that you aren't ready to commit. Suddenly, you need to switch to another branch to fix a bug. You can stash your changes, switch branches, and later use git stash pop to apply and remove these changes once you return to your feature branch.

Handling Merge Conflicts

In some cases, applying a stash with git stash pop might lead to merge conflicts. Git will pause the pop operation and mark the conflicts in your files. You will need to resolve these conflicts manually, add the resolved files to the staging area using git add, and then complete the stash pop by running git stash drop if needed.