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A merge request, often abbreviated as MR, is a mechanism used in collaborative software development platforms, most notably GitLab, to propose changes to a codebase. It allows a developer to notify team members that they have completed a set of changes on a separate branch and are requesting those changes to be reviewed and merged into another branch, typically the main development branch.

The process begins when a developer creates a new branch from the main codebase, makes their modifications, and then submits a merge request. This request serves as a formal proposal for integrating the new code. During the review phase, other developers can examine the proposed changes, leave comments, suggest improvements, and engage in discussions. This collaborative review process is crucial for maintaining code quality, identifying bugs early, and ensuring that new code aligns with project standards.

Once the review is complete and any necessary adjustments are made, the merge request can be approved. Upon approval, the changes from the developer's branch are merged into the target branch. This system facilitates a structured and transparent workflow for code integration, making it easier to manage contributions from multiple developers and maintain a stable and well-tested codebase. Other platforms may use similar concepts with different terminology, such as "pull request" on GitHub.