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git reset

Resets the current HEAD to a specified state. Can unstage files or undo commits.

Syntax

git reset [<mode>] [<commit>]

Options

--soft: Resets HEAD to the specified commit but keeps changes staged
--mixed: Resets HEAD and unstages changes but keeps them in the working directory (default)
--hard: Resets HEAD, staging area, and working directory — all changes are lost
HEAD -- <file>: Unstages a file without changing the working directory

Example

git reset HEAD~1
git reset --soft HEAD~1
git reset --hard HEAD~3
git reset HEAD -- file.ts

Tip

Use --soft to undo a commit while keeping all changes staged for recommitting.