Push rules in rulesets now support path exceptions

PreviewAug 25, 2026VerifiedAdded Sep 22, 2026

You can now configure push rules more granularly by exempting specific file paths, so a rule applies everywhere in scope except the paths you choose. Path exceptions are in public preview. Push rules give you strong control over what enters a repository.

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