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For-each-ref: formatting a reference listing

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Published: 22 Oct 2026 16:11 · Updated: 22 Oct 2026 16:11

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git for-each-ref iterates matching references with selected fields, ordering and formatting. It is clearer for automation than accidentally parsing decorative human output.

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git for-each-ref iterates matching references with selected fields, ordering and formatting. It is clearer for automation than accidentally parsing decorative human output. [1]

Choose explicitly whether branches or tags are intended. Passing names into another command or language needs appropriate quoting. Formatted text is not automatically safe executable code.

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  1. [1] Git - git-for-each-ref Documentation ↗