How to Close a GitHub Issue: 1-Min Guide

Closing a GitHub issue is an important part of maintaining a project and keeping things organized.

Whether the issue has been resolved or is no longer relevant, closing it helps keep your workspace tidy.

In this step-by-step guide, let's check out how to close a GitHub issue, with a demo to make it easy.

How to Close a GitHub Issue

Steps to follow:

1. Navigate to the GitHub repository where the issue is located.

2. Click on the 'Issues' tab at the top of the repository page.

3. Click on the issue title that you want to close.

4. At the bottom of the issue page, you'll find a button labeled 'Close issue'. Click on it to close the issue.

5. Before closing, you can leave a final comment explaining the resolution of the issue (optional).

6. The issue has been successfully closed.

That's it! This is how to close an issue on GitHub.

Conclusion

Closing a GitHub issue is quick and helps streamline your project’s workflow.

By following these steps, you’ll keep your issues up to date and ensure your project stays organized.

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