# set-origin

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The `forest set-origin` command enables you to change the origin of a branch.

```
$ forest push --help
Set an environment as your branch's origin. Your branch will build on top of that environment's layout.

USAGE
  $ forest set-origin [ENVIRONMENT_NAME]

ARGUMENTS
  ENVIRONMENT_NAME  The environment to set as origin.

OPTIONS
  --help                         Display usage information.
```

The layouts of your branch will be refreshed based on the new origin Environment.

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Your branch layout changes that are relevant will be applied on top of the new origin Environment layouts.
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