How to Checkout Git Tags

Git tags mark specific points in your repository's history, often used for versioning. Here's how to checkout a tag in your repo:

1. List Tags

To see all tags:

2. Checkout a Tag

Use the following command:

git checkout <tagname>

For example:

This puts you in a "detached HEAD" state, meaning you're not on a branch.

3. Create a Branch (Optional)

To work on changes based on the tag, create a branch:

git checkout -b <branchname> <tagname>

Example:

git checkout -b hotfix-v1.0.0 v1.0.0