Lazygit is a terminal-based user interface designed to simplify version control operations through a keyboard-driven workflow. It functions as a visual abstraction layer that bridges native commands with an interactive environment, allowing users to manage repository history, branches, and commit workflows without relying solely on manual command-line input.
The tool distinguishes itself by automating complex version control tasks that typically require multiple manual steps. It provides specialized interfaces for interactive rebasing, commit history amendment, and binary search-based regression analysis. By leveraging the internal reflog, it also enables users to undo or redo recent actions, providing a safety net for repository state changes.
Beyond core version control, the application offers extensive support for managing branching models, worktrees, and custom shell integrations. Users can stage individual lines of code, visualize commit graphs, and define custom commands to automate repetitive tasks. The interface is built to be highly navigable, featuring text-based filtering, customizable keybindings, and persistent directory management to streamline daily development cycles.
