Creating a README after the repository - treenabalds/How-To GitHub Wiki

How to create a README file after the repository has already been created.

Creating a new README file for an existing GitHub repository is a simple process! Here’s how you can do it:

1. Navigate to Your Repository:

   • Go to your GitHub account and open the repository where you want to add the README file.

2. Add a New File:

   • On the repository's main page, click on the “Add file” button (usually found near the top right).
   • Select “Create new file” from the dropdown menu.

3. Name the File:

   • In the filename text box, enter README.md. The .md extension stands for Markdown, the format typically used for README files.

4. Write Your Content:

   • Add your content in the text editor that appears. You can include a project description, usage instructions, installation steps, or anything you’d like to share about your repository.
   • Markdown syntax allows you to style the text (e.g., headings, bullet points, links).

5. Commit the New File:

   • Scroll down to the “Commit new file” section.
   • Add a commit message (e.g., “Added new README file”) and choose whether to commit directly to the main branch or create a new branch.
   • Click “Commit new file” to save it.

And that’s it! Your repository will now have a shiny new README file. Need tips on what to include in it? Let me know!