How to Pull a Specific Branch from GitHub
- George Apostolov
How to Pull a Specific Branch from GitHub: step-by-step guide
Navigate to the repository you are interested in.
Click on the branch selector dropdown near the top left.
Select the brand name that you want to download.
Once the branch is selected, click the 'Code' button green button near the top right.
Click on 'Download ZIP' to download the branch as a ZIP file.
Quick answer: To download a specific branch in GitHub, navigate to the repository, click the branch selector dropdown, and choose your desired branch. Next, click the green Code button near the top right, and select Download ZIP to save the branch file to your computer.
About this GitHub tutorial
Download a specific branch from a GitHub repository as a ZIP file by accessing the branch selector and saving the code directly. This guide shows how to pull a Specific Branch from GitHub in 5 steps, starting with "Navigate to the repository you are interested in" and finishing with "Click on 'Download ZIP' to download the branch as a ZIP file". 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 pull a Specific Branch from GitHub?
5 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 Pull from GitHub, How to Push Code to GitHub and How to Push Existing Project to GitHub. Last reviewed 05 Oct 2026.
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