Feature Request: Multi-base diff highlighting (show branch changes + local changes simultaneously) #1379
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Hi! I'd love to see multi-base diff functionality in gitsigns, inspired by IDE merge request workflows.
The concept
Show changes against two different bases simultaneously with distinct colors:
Real-world example
PyCharm's GitLab plugin does this with "Review Mode" (docs, discussion) - it shows pink markers for MR changes alongside standard VCS colors for local changes.
Use case
When working on a feature branch, instantly distinguish:
Possible implementation
This would work for any Git workflow (GitHub PRs, GitLab MRs, or just feature branches) and help with code review, branch awareness, and understanding change context.
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