How to Message Someone on Github
- George Apostolov
How to Message Someone on Github: step-by-step guide
Navigate to your desired repository.
Go to the 'Pull requests' tab.
Select the pull request.
f you and the other person are working in the same repository, you can tag them in issues or pull requests by typing their username.
You can mention the user by typing their username.
Once done, click 'Comment'.
By following these steps, you can communicate with the user by mentioning their names in the comment section.
Quick answer: To message someone on GitHub, navigate to your desired repository, go to the Pull requests tab, and select the pull request. Mention the other person by typing their username in issues or pull requests, and click Comment to communicate with them.
About this GitHub tutorial
Communicate with users on GitHub by navigating to a repository, opening a pull request, tagging their username, and submitting your comment. This guide shows how to message Someone on Github in 7 steps, starting with "Navigate to your desired repository" and finishing with "By following these steps, you can communicate with the user by mentioning their names i...". The interactive demo above is a click-through copy of the real GitHub interface, so you can rehearse each step before doing it in your own account.
Frequently asked questions
How many steps does it take to message Someone on Github?
7 steps. Each one is listed in order above, and the demo highlights exactly where to click.
Can I try it without changing my own account?
Yes. Clicking through the demo doesn't touch your GitHub data or settings. Once you know the flow, repeat it in your own workspace.
This tutorial is filed under GitHub. Related guides: How to Move Files in Github, How to Open GitHub Repo in VS code and How to Pin Repository in Github. Last reviewed 05 Oct 2026.
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