How to Create a Pull Request in GitLab

Quick summary

Creating a pull request (called a merge request) in GitLab lets developers propose code changes from one branch to another for review and integration. This step-by-step walkthrough covers everything from selecting branches to submitting the final merge request.

Steps

1. Go to the left-side panel and click Merge Requests.
2. Click New Merge Request to start the creation process.
3. Open the drop-down menu under Source Branch and select the appropriate branch from the available options.
4. Do the same for the Target Branch by selecting your desired destination branch.
5. Click Compare Branches and Continue to proceed to the merge request form.
6. Fill in the necessary information by entering details into their respective input fields.
7. Click Create Merge Request to finalize and submit your request.