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Search issue

Limited search functionality

Fix: Use specific keywords or phrases when searching to narrow down results. For example, include the repository name or specific tags related to... ⇲

Difficult to find last commit date

Fix: Navigate to the repository's main page and look for the 'Commits' section. This will show you the latest commits along with their dates. You... ⇲
 
Crashes issue

GitHub frequently crashes

Fix: Ensure that your iPhone is running the latest version of iOS. Go to Settings > General > Software Update to check for updates. Keeping your... ⇲
 
UI issue

Less straightforward than desktop version

Fix: Familiarize yourself with the app's layout and features by exploring the help section within the app. Look for a 'Help' or 'Tutorial' option... ⇲
 
Features issue

Missing insights feature

Fix: Check if there are any alternative apps or tools that can provide insights for your repositories. Some third-party apps may offer better ana... ⇲

Inability to view releases in app

Fix: To view releases, navigate to the repository in the app and look for the 'Releases' tab. If it’s not visible, try refreshing the repository... ⇲

Limited functionality compared to web version

Fix: Identify the specific features you need and see if there are alternative mobile apps that offer those functionalities. Some third-party GitH... ⇲

Inability to view raw files

Fix: To view raw files, try accessing the repository through the mobile web browser. Navigate to the file you want to view and select the 'Raw' b... ⇲

No Markdown preview

Fix: As a workaround, copy the Markdown text and paste it into a Markdown editor app available on the App Store. These apps often provide a previ... ⇲

Inability to fork repos from app

Fix: As a workaround, access the GitHub website through your mobile browser to fork repositories. The web version allows you to perform this acti... ⇲

Missing user activity feed

Fix: To view user activity, navigate to the user's profile in the app. If the activity feed is not visible, try refreshing the profile page. OR... ⇲

Limited filtering options for issues

Fix: When viewing issues, use the search bar at the top to enter specific keywords or labels to filter issues more effectively. This can help you... ⇲
 
Notifications issue

No push notifications for repo updates

Fix: Check your notification settings in the app. Go to Settings > Notifications and ensure that notifications for repository updates are enabled... ⇲

Notifications don't always pop up

Fix: Check your device's notification settings. Go to Settings > Notifications > GitHub and ensure that 'Allow Notifications' is enabled. Also, c... ⇲
 
Updates issue

Stale information regarding PR check statuses

Fix: Refresh the pull request page in the app to see if the statuses update. You can do this by pulling down on the page to refresh it. OR Che... ⇲
 
Account issue

No support for multiple accounts

Fix: As a workaround, consider using different browsers or incognito mode to log into multiple accounts simultaneously. This allows you to switch... ⇲
 
Compatibility issue

Lacks multiple windows support on iPadOS

Fix: Utilize the 'Slide Over' feature on iPadOS to run the GitHub app alongside another app. This allows you to multitask without needing multipl... ⇲
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