A Git worktree GUI that just works
ParallelCode is a free desktop Git worktree manager. See every worktree at a glance, create new ones with two clicks, and stop fighting with “git worktree add” command-line syntax.
Why a worktree GUI beats the CLI
- git worktree add/remove/list/prune are powerful but easy to misuse — one wrong path and you have orphaned references.
- When something goes wrong, “cannot remove worktree” and stale lock files send you down a Stack Overflow rabbit hole.
- In a real AI workflow you create and destroy worktrees constantly. The CLI overhead adds up fast.
- A GUI shows live Git status per worktree so you can decide what to merge, what to keep and what to throw away.
What ParallelCode gives you out of the box
- 1
See all worktrees at a glance
A single dashboard lists every worktree with its branch, last commit and dirty status. No more “git worktree list” squinting.
- 2
Create worktrees with two clicks
Pick a base branch, type a name, done. ParallelCode handles the folder layout, branch creation and HEAD pointers.
- 3
Open them in your editor
Launch Cursor, VS Code, Claude Code or your terminal in any worktree directly from the UI. No copy-pasting paths.
- 4
Clean up safely
Remove worktrees the right way — ParallelCode handles uncommitted changes, locked worktrees and the “cannot delete branch with worktree” error for you.
FAQ
What is a Git worktree?
A linked working directory that shares the same Git repository. It lets a single repo have multiple branches checked out simultaneously, each in its own folder.
Why use a GUI instead of the git worktree CLI?
The CLI is fine for one or two worktrees. Once you are creating and destroying them frequently — which is exactly the AI coding workflow — a GUI saves real time and avoids the common error states.
Does ParallelCode work without AI tools?
Yes. It is a useful Git worktree manager on its own, even if you never run an AI agent inside one.