Always show or make branch name available in files tab #152684
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Hi,
one of my almost-daily occurring workflow is that when I check out a PR, I start reviewing the files.
It's not often immediately clear whether I need more context, in which case I need to checkout the branch locally, which means I need the branch name
At this point I've already been into the review but there's no way to see/access/copy the branch name!
This means I've to scroll all the way up to the top, which means I use my in-progress position in the PR and have to go back after that.
I would be incredible useful to have access to the PRs branch at all times, whether it's shown (I now, now much space) or just a icon somewhere by which I can copy the branch name would be awesome.
Example
I start at the top
Everything is easily accessible, branch name is visible, icon for copying it is there. But at this point I don't know yet if I need context:

Half way through the review
I realize I need to checkout the branch because I need more context.

Now I need to scroll up all the way, loosing my current review position :/
I tried getting into the habit always copying the branch, but it was hit & miss, because often I see a text change, copy that text and look for other references (basically: I only need small context, no need for a checkout yet).
Thanks
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