p4 edit (graph)

Open an existing file for edit.

Syntax

p4 edit [-c changelist# -n] file ...

Syntax conventions

Description

Open an existing file for edit. The server records that the current user has opened the file in the current workspace, and changes the file permission from read-only to read/write.

Options

-c changelist

Opens the files for edit within the specified changelist. If this option is not provided, the files are linked to the default changelist.

-n

Preview which files would be opened for edit, without actually changing any files or metadata.

Usage notes

Can File Arguments Use Revision Specifier? Can File Arguments Use Revision Range? Minimal Access Level Required

No

No

list protection (might not be able to submit), read permission