Crucible 2.10 : Adding comments

Comments can be added at the level of a review, revision, or line. You can also reply to a comment.

On this page:

Locating existing comments

The number beside a filename, in the left-hand panel of a review, indicates the number of comments on that file.

(The number of unread comments, if any, is shown in brackets.)


Screenshot: Comments

Adding comments

There are various types of comments that you can add in Crucible:

To comment on... 
The whole reviewClick General Comments (in the left-hand panel), then Add a general comment (in the 'General Comments' section).
A source file under reviewClick on the file in the left-hand panel, then click Add a file comment at the top of the file.
Lines of code

Click on a line of code in the displayed source file of a review.

  • You can click and drag to select multiple lines, and click individual lines to select or deselect them. The comment will appear in the source at the last line selected. 
  • Hover over the comment to see the lines to which the comment applies.
  • To select text on the page without adding a comment, hold down the Alt key while dragging the cursor.
A revision or changeset

See Changeset discussions.

To reply to a comment, click Reply at the bottom of the comment.

(warning) Only people with the 'Comment' permission can add comments.

(info) Read about flagging defects too. 

Screenshot: Adding a Comment

Draft comments

You can save your comment as a draft and then edit it later. When you complete the review, you will be prompted to post, discard or edit any remaining draft comments.

Screenshot: Draft comments

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