Linux · Developer Tools
Commit
Commit message editor
by Sonny Piers
Official site: flathub.org
About Commit
Commit is an editor that helps you write better Git and Mercurial commit
messages.
After installing make sure to launch the application and follow the
instructions.
Commit will pop up automatically when you make a commit in one of your projects.
To save your commit message, press the Commit button or the Ctrl+Return shortcut.
To abort and dismiss Commit, press the Abort button or the Escape key.
Features:
Highlights overflow of the commit title
Smart body wrapping
Inserts a blank line between title and body
Spell checking
Comments are read-only and excluded from "Select All"
Displays project folder and branch in window header
Dark mode support
Keyboard navigation and shortcuts
Undo/Redo support
Emoji picker
Supports git commit, merge, tag --annotate, add --patch, rebase --interactive
Supports Mercurial commit
How to install Commit
- Click Download — the developer's official website opens in a new tab.
- Download the latest version there and run it. Choose Custom/Advanced where offered, and skip any bundled extras.
- Prefer the command line? With Flatpak you can install and update it with: flatpak install flathub re.sonny.Commit
- Open Commit once it finishes installing.
Frequently asked questions
Is Commit free to download?
Yes. The Download button sends you to flathub.org, the developer's official site, where Commit is available to download. Flatnic doesn't host or modify any files.
How do I install Commit from the command line?
With Flatpak, run: flatpak install flathub re.sonny.Commit. This installs it from the official source and keeps it updated.
Is Commit safe?
Commit downloads directly from the developer. As always, scan the installer with your antivirus and choose Custom setup to skip any bundled extras.