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# Patch vs Diff: Quick Reference


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| Command | Use Case | Preserves Commit Info? | Can Apply With |
|---|---|---|---|
| git diff > file.diff | Share uncommitted changes | ❌ | git apply |
| git format-patch > file.patch | Share committed changes | ✅ | git am |


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_Author: mike-rambil • Updated: 2024-06-10 • Tags: patch, diff, reference_