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Commit Message Template Helper

Generate conventional commit-style messages: type (feat, fix, chore) and details.

Commit Message Helper – Generate Conventional Commit Messages

Clean, consistent commit messages are essential for maintaining readable Git history and enabling effective collaboration. The Commit Message Template Helper by ToolfolioHub generates properly formatted commit messages following the Conventional Commits specification—a widely adopted standard that makes commit history more meaningful and searchable.

Whether you're working solo or in a team, following conventional commit standards helps create a clear, navigable Git history. This tool guides you through creating structured commit messages with type, scope, description, body, and footer sections.

What are Conventional Commits?

Conventional Commits is a specification that provides a simple set of rules for creating clear and meaningful commit messages. A conventional commit message follows this format: 

<type>(<scope>): <description>

[optional body]

[optional footer]

Benefits of conventional commits include:

  • Readable History: Commit messages clearly communicate what changed and why.
  • Automated Tooling: Tools can parse commits to generate changelogs, determine version bumps, and trigger CI/CD pipelines.
  • Better Collaboration: Team members can quickly understand changes without reading code.
  • Searchable: Easy to search Git history by commit type or scope.

Key Features & Benefits

1. Standard Commit Types

Select from standard commit types:

  • feat: New feature
  • fix: Bug fix
  • docs: Documentation changes
  • style: Code style changes (formatting, whitespace)
  • refactor: Code refactoring (no feature change or bug fix)
  • perf: Performance improvements
  • test: Adding or updating tests
  • chore: Maintenance tasks
  • ci: CI/CD changes
  • build: Build system changes
  • revert: Revert previous commit

2. Optional Scope

Specify the scope (component, module, or area) affected by the commit (e.g., `auth`, `api`, `ui`). This helps organize commits and makes history more searchable.

3. Description, Body, and Footer

Structure your commit message with:

  • Description: Brief summary of the change (required).
  • Body: Detailed explanation of what and why (optional).
  • Footer: Reference issues, breaking changes, etc. (optional).

4. One-Click Copy

Copy the generated commit message directly to your clipboard for instant use in Git commands.

How to Use the Commit Message Helper

  1. Select Type: Choose the commit type from the dropdown (feat, fix, docs, etc.).
  2. Add Scope (Optional): Enter the scope/component affected (e.g., `auth`, `api`).
  3. Write Description: Enter a brief description of the change (required).
  4. Add Body (Optional): Provide detailed explanation if needed.
  5. Add Footer (Optional): Reference issues (e.g., "Fixes #123") or note breaking changes.
  6. Generate: Click "Generate Commit Message" to create the formatted message.
  7. Copy: Click "Copy Commit Message" and paste into your Git commit command.

Typical Use-Cases & Audience

Developers

Developers use this tool to:

  • Create consistent commit messages across projects.
  • Learn conventional commit standards.
  • Save time formatting commit messages correctly.

Development Teams

Teams use this tool to:

  • Establish consistent commit message standards.
  • Improve Git history readability.
  • Enable automated tooling (changelog generation, versioning).

Tips & Best Practices

  • Keep Descriptions Concise: Use imperative mood (e.g., "Add feature" not "Added feature" or "Adds feature").
  • Use Scopes: Specify scope for clarity, especially in large projects.
  • Reference Issues: Use footer to link commits to issue trackers (e.g., "Fixes #123").
  • Be Consistent: Follow the same format across all commits for predictable history.

Get Started Now

Fill in the fields above to generate a properly formatted conventional commit message.

Conclusion

The Commit Message Template Helper simplifies creating clear, consistent commit messages that follow industry standards. By generating properly formatted commits, it helps maintain readable Git history and enables better collaboration and tooling integration.