# Git: Switch To Selected Branch Dialog Box

The Switch To Selected Branch dialog box enables you to switch your files to a branch that already exists (for example, to a commit that is not at the top of one of your branches).

The Switch To Selected Branch dialog box contains the following elements:

Element | Description
--- | ---
Commit ID | A unique identifier of the branched revision.
Author | Name of a person who committed the revision.
Message | A message specified during the commit of the revision.
Checkout as New Branch | (Optional) Checks out the branch specified as a new branch. Note: A detached HEAD is created if you select a remote branch and leave the option unselected.

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