GitKraken Desktop Documentation

Improve GitKraken Desktop Performance

Last updated: June 2025

If GitKraken Desktop is running slowly, it’s often due to the size or complexity of the repository. Try the steps below to improve performance.


Improving Performance

Performance issues are commonly linked to large repositories with many references. Try these steps to improve responsiveness:

Repository-Level Actions

  • Use the Perform Repo Maintenance command from the Command Palette. This runs git maintenance run, which may take several minutes on large repos.
  • Run git gc in your local repository.
  • Clone a fresh copy of the repository to a new directory.

Interface Optimization

Cleanup and Maintenance

Note: Performance issues may also be impacted by file system speed, antivirus scanning, or external integrations. If the above steps don’t help, reach out to GitKraken support.

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