How to Pull from Sourcetree
- George Apostolov
How to Pull from Sourcetree: step-by-step guide
Launch the app and open your local repository.
Check the branch dropdown in the top left corner to verify you're on the branch you want to update.
Click the 'Pull' button located in the top toolbar.
This opens the Pull dialog. Configure the pull settings.
Click the 'Pull' option, which will fetch and merge changes from the remote branch into your local branch.
Quick answer: To pull changes in Sourcetree, launch the app and open your local repository. Verify your target branch in the top left dropdown, click the 'Pull' button in the top toolbar to open the Pull dialog, configure your settings, and click 'Pull' to fetch and merge remote changes into your local branch.
About this Sourcetree tutorial
Fetch and merge remote updates into your local branch quickly using Sourcetree by following these simple steps. This guide shows how to pull from Sourcetree in 5 steps, starting with "Launch the app and open your local repository" and finishing with "Click the 'Pull' option, which will fetch and merge changes from the remote branch into...". The interactive demo above is a click-through copy of the real Sourcetree 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 from Sourcetree?
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 Sourcetree data or settings. Once you know the flow, repeat it in your own workspace.
This tutorial is filed under Sourcetree. Related guides: How to Push Code to Bitbucket using Sourcetree, How to Rebase Sourcetree and How to Stash in Sourcetree. Last reviewed 05 Oct 2026.
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