[Solved] You tried git stash push -m "update" --include-untracked but ignored files were not saved. Why? — Ans: You must use --all instead of --include-untracked | Git

Git - Stashing

You tried git stash push -m "update" --include-untracked but ignored files were not saved. Why?

AThe option is misspelled; correct is --include-untracked

BYou must use --all instead of --include-untracked

CUntracked files are never stashed

DYou need to add untracked files before stashing

Step-by-Step Solution

Solution:

Step 1: Check correct option for ignored files
The correct flag to stash ignored files is --all, not --include-untracked.
Step 2: Effect of wrong option
Using an invalid option causes ignored files to be ignored during stash.
Final Answer:
You must use --all instead of --include-untracked -> Option B
Quick Check:
Use --all to stash ignored files = C [OK]

Quick Trick: Use --all to stash ignored files, not --include-untracked [OK]

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