How to Determine Your Pull Request (PR) Approval Status

Learn how to check if your pull request (PR) is approved with notifications and feedback.

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To know if your PR is approved, check for a notification in your code repository platform (e.g., GitHub, GitLab). An approved Pull Request typically has approved comments from reviewers, a merged status, or a confirmation message by the repository manager. Additionally, you’ll often receive an email or notification indicating the PR’s approval status. Ensure to look for any feedback or required changes before considering it finalized.

FAQs & Answers

  1. What should I do if my PR is not approved? If your PR is not approved, review the comments from reviewers, make necessary changes, and resubmit for approval.
  2. How long does it take for a PR to get approved? The approval time for a PR can vary depending on the team’s workload and feedback cycle, but aim for clear communication with your reviewers.
  3. Can I approve my own PR? Typically, self-approvals are discouraged as they can compromise code quality; it's best to seek an external reviewer.
  4. Where can I find PR status notifications? Check your code repository platform notifications or your email to see the status of your PR.

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