If you add binary files to a VCS repository, it is necessary to specify -kb
keyword substitution option when adding the file. When you add .gif
files, this option
is specified automatically.
If you are using the IDE's built-in CVS client, by default you are prompted for options after you choose the Add command. If you are using the IDE's CVS command-line support or generic VCS support, you must first set the IDE to prompt you for advanced options.
To be prompted for advanced options when using the IDE's CVS command-line support or generic VCS support:
This setting only applies the filesystem that it was set on.
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If you want to add multiple files that are represented by the same
node in the Explorer, and the node represents a mix of binary and textual files, you can set the
options individually for each file. If you are working with the IDE's CVS command-line support or
generic VCS support, select the Prompt for Input on Each Successive File checkbox when you
are prompted for options. If you are working with the IDE's built-in CVS client, choose Versioning ![]() |
See also | |
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Calling Version Control Commands Calling CVS Commands Reviewing VCS Command Status and Output VCS Filesystems Settings Global Settings for VCS Filesystems |