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.

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[Nixxx19]

Hi! here are some simple best practices :

✅ 1. Managing Issues & Pull Requests

• Use saved filters — Create custom filters like “assigned to me” or “recently updated.”
• Quick actions — Comment, label, assign, or close issues with a few taps.
• Swipe gestures — Swipe on issues/PRs to quickly take actions (assign, label, etc.).

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🔍 2. Reviewing & Commenting on Code

• Switch diff views (split/unified) based on what’s easier to read on your phone.
• Inline comments — Long-press a line to leave accurate comments.
• Mark files as viewed to keep track of where you left off.

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🔐 3. Approving PRs Securely

• Enable 2FA for safer approvals on mobile.
• Check commit summary before approving—mobile shows them clearly.
• Avoid approving huge PRs from mobile; use it mainly for small to medium reviews.

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📋 4. Managing Project Boards

• Drag and drop cards directly on mobile.
• Use filters to show only your tasks.
• Add quick notes when ideas come up on the go.

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🔔 5. Handling Notifications Without Overwhelm

• Archive notifications once handled (Inbox Zero style).
• Mute noisy repos to reduce spam.
• Keep only important push alerts (e.g., PR review requests, assignments).

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🛠️ 6. Hidden Features You Might Miss

• Bookmarks — Save issues/PRs you want to revisit.
• Markdown preview for clean formatting before posting.
• Global search across all repositories, issues, PRs, and discussions.

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Hope this helps! 🙌
Feel free to share more mobile workflows!

[nasreen05]

For GitHub Mobile, the single most valuable thing is to treat it as a triage and lightweight‑review tool, not your main dev environment.

Best overall practice
The best practice from the list is:
Use the notification inbox + swipe actions to triage quickly, and only keep direct mentions/review requests as push notifications.

This keeps you responsive to important issues and PRs without drowning in noise.​

Combined with quick actions (Done, Save for later, Unsubscribe), you stay organized on the go and leave deep reviews and coding for your laptop.​

If you apply just this—tight notification filters plus fast triage—you’ll feel the biggest productivity and stress‑reduction win on mobile.

[chogalesoham]

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[Biswajit-sow]

Managing issues and pull requests on the go becomes extremely efficient with the GitHub Mobile app because it turns key repository workflows into lightweight, action-first interactions. I use the following approach to stay productive:

1. Instant Triage With Notifications

GitHub Mobile provides real-time push notifications for mentions, review requests, comments, and status checks.
I use this to immediately triage issues and PRs, label them, or assign them, which keeps the project state clean even when I’m away from my laptop.

2. Quick Issue Management

From the mobile app, I can:

Create issues with templates

Add labels, milestones, and assignees

React to comments or add clarifying questions

Close or reopen issues instantly
This makes backlog grooming extremely fast during short downtime (like commuting).

3. Lightweight PR Reviews

I can efficiently review pull requests by:

Skimming the diff with a mobile-optimized code view

Leaving line comments or overall feedback

Approving or requesting changes

Checking CI status before merging
This helps maintain code review velocity without waiting for desktop access.

4. Use Saved Replies & Emojis for Faster Communication

Saved replies let me respond to repetitive queries in seconds, while emoji reactions quickly signal acknowledgment without a full comment.

5. Repository Insights on the Go

The app lets me check:

Checks and workflow results

Activity graphs

Commit history
This keeps me updated on project momentum.

6. Merge or Manage Blockers Instantly

If a PR is ready, I can merge it directly from the app.
If it’s blocked, I can tag the right member or update metadata right away.

In One Line :

“GitHub Mobile helps me manage issues and PRs with real-time triage, fast metadata updates, mobile-friendly code reviews, and instant merges—keeping the project flowing even when I’m away from the keyboard.”

[mrsarthakgupta]

I’ve found GitHub Mobile most useful for quick triage and small reviews. The Inbox filters help a lot in keeping issues and PRs organized, and I only keep “participating” notifications enabled so it doesn’t get overwhelming. For PRs, I usually review or comment on smaller changes directly from my phone, and approve once all checks are green. For anything larger or multi-file, I switch to desktop, but mobile works great for staying responsive when I’m away.