Why can't I see "remote add origin https://"... code to copy on the "code" section of my repository?

[robertsonamy93]

Hi - I'm brand new, really struggling to figure out even the basic stuff. I have updated an HTML file I've been working on and wanted to re-link it to GitHub. I'm having a real hard time understanding how to do this. I have watched a number of youtube videos and can't seem to get it to work.

[rdarshan927]

Go to your GitHub repo page
Click the green “Code” button
Copy the URL (e.g., https://github.com/username/repo.git)
Open your terminal and navigate to your local project folder:

cd path/to/your/project
Initialize Git (if not already):

git init
Add the remote manually:

git remote add origin https://github.com/username/repo.git
Push your code:

git add .
git commit -m "initial commit"
git push -u origin main
If the default branch is master, replace main with master in the last command.

if it is not the problem you are having ... and already have a repo and having some other errors ... please copy the error displayed in the terminal and reply to this comment

[Bhagyadilhara]

📁 Method 1: Using GitHub Desktop (Perfect for Beginners)
GitHub Desktop is an app that makes Git easier to use, especially if you’re not ready for the command line yet. Here's how to use it to update your HTML file:

Step 1: Clone Your Repository (If You Haven’t Already)
Open GitHub Desktop

Click on File > Clone Repository

Choose your repository from the list

Pick a local folder to save the files

Step 2: Replace or Edit Your HTML File
Go to the folder on your computer where GitHub Desktop saved your project

Copy your updated HTML file (e.g., index.html) into this folder

Replace the old one if needed

Step 3: Commit Your Changes
Go back to GitHub Desktop

You’ll see your changed file under the Changes tab

Add a summary like: Updated index.html

Click Commit to main (or the branch name you’re working on)

Step 4: Push to GitHub
Click the Push origin button at the top

Wait a few seconds... and done!

🔗 Now go to your GitHub repository in the browser — your HTML file should be updated!

💻 Method 2: Using Git and the Command Line (For Future-Proofing)
If you're comfortable typing commands, or want to build your skills, the terminal method is the foundation of how Git works.

Step 1: Open Terminal or Command Prompt
Navigate to the folder where your project is saved. Use the cd command:

cd path/to/your/folder
Step 2: Check the Git Status
This will show what files have been changed:

git status
Step 3: Stage Your File
Tell Git to track your changes:

git add index.html
Step 4: Commit the Change
You need to "save" the update locally before pushing:

git commit -m "Updated HTML file"
Step 5: Push It to GitHub
Now, upload it to your GitHub repository:

git push origin main
That’s it! Go to your GitHub page and you’ll see the file is updated.

[ghostinhershell]

Hi @robertsonamy93,

Thanks so much for reaching out in our Community. Now, when you say "relink" your file, do you mean that you've made changes to the file outside of GitHub and you would like to now upload that file into GitHub?

[ctrixcode]

It's likely you don't see the git remote add origin command because your GitHub repository isn't completely empty (e.g., it has a README).

Here's a concise guide to push your HTML file:

1. Get Repository URL: Go to your GitHub repo, click the green < > Code button, select HTTPS, and copy the URL.
2. Open Terminal: Navigate to your local project folder in your terminal or Git Bash.
3. Initialize Git (if new): git init
4. Add Remote: git remote add origin YOUR_REPOSITORY_URL (Replace with your copied URL.

If you already set it up: You can skip this or update with git remote set-url origin YOUR_REPOSITORY_URL.

Stage Changes: git add .

Commit Changes: git commit -m "Updated HTML file"

Push to GitHub: git push -u origin main (or master, check your repo's default branch).

You might need to authenticate with a Personal Access Token (PAT) instead of your password.
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