How can I efficiently manage issues and PRs using the GitHub Mobile app?

[mydemon21]

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Hi everyone 👋,

I’ve recently started using the GitHub Mobile app (Android/iOS) and wanted to ask the community:

✅ What are your best practices for managing issues, pull requests, and code reviews on mobile?

🛠️ Are there any hidden features or workflow tips you use to stay productive on the go?

🔔 How do you handle notifications and triage without getting overwhelmed?

I’m particularly interested in:

Reviewing and commenting on code from a phone/tablet

Approving PRs securely

Managing project boards or discussions

Any advice, screenshots, or use cases would be super helpful.
Thanks in advance! 🙏

[chogalesoham]

Best Practices for Managing Issues & PRs on Mobile
📋 1. Issues & Discussions
Use the "Issues" tab to:

View, filter, and comment on open issues.

Add labels, assign users, and close issues.

You can also reply to Discussions on the go.

🔍 2. Reviewing Pull Requests
Open a PR to:

View the diff, add comments, and suggest changes.

Tap the “+” icon in code to leave line-specific feedback.

Use the Review Changes button to approve or request changes.

🔐 3. Securely Approving PRs
Tap “Review Changes” → Choose Approve.

GitHub Mobile uses your logged-in session, so it’s secure.

Optional: Enable biometric authentication for extra security (via device settings).

📦 4. Manage Projects
Use Project boards via the mobile web or browser shortcut if deep editing is needed.

Basic viewing is available in-app via linked issues or PRs.

🔔 5. Handle Notifications Without Overload
Customize notifications:
App → Profile → Settings → Notifications

Use filters:

Participating, Unread, All

Swipe or mark as “Done” to triage quickly.

💡 Tips & Hidden Features
Dark mode for comfortable night reviews.

Swipe actions: swipe to archive or mark notifications as read.

Search bar to quickly find PRs or issues.

Use the Home tab to keep track of your open PRs/issues at a glance.

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[geoarda]

I’ve been using GitHub Mobile for a while, and here are some tips that help me stay productive:

Issues & PR Management:

Use labels and milestones directly from the app to quickly categorize issues.

Assign issues/PRs while on the go so you don’t have to remember later.

Code Reviews:

Use the “Files changed” view to comment line by line.

Approving PRs is secure as long as you have 2FA enabled.

Notifications & Triage:

Set filters for notifications (e.g., only @mentions or assigned issues).

Star important repos to prioritize updates.

Project Boards & Discussions:

You can move cards and add comments on boards, though bulk edits are easier on desktop.

Following key discussions via notifications helps you stay in the loop without opening the full app each time.

📌 Extra tip: Dark mode + split-screen on tablets makes reviewing large PRs easier.

Screenshots help a lot too if you want to share your workflow. Overall, mobile works best for quick triage and small reviews, while heavier edits are easier on desktop.