Clear up that operation only works in config templates

copier-org · Oct 22, 2024 · 1e67a47 · 1e67a47
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@@ -99,4 +99,6 @@ Copier includes:
     -   It contains the current commit hash from the template in
         `{{ _copier_conf.vcs_ref_hash }}`.
     -   Contains Operating System-specific directory separator under `sep` key.
-    -   It also contains the current `operation` (`copy` | `update`).
+    -   It also contains the current `operation` (`copy` | `update`). This value is
+        intended to be used for templating Copier configuration. It cannot be used in
+        templated project paths and files.