claude-code - 💡(How to fix) Fix [BUG] "Desktop app blocked by VS Code extension processes even without computer use enabled"

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Error Message

Error: claude.exe already in use

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What's Wrong?

Windows OS Multiple Claude Code background processes from VS Code extension prevent desktop app from launching Error: claude.exe already in use Computer use is NOT enabled (verified via /mcp command) Issue occurs during regular coding work Requires closing all VS Code sessions and processes to launch desktop app

What Should Happen?

The desktop app should always open regardless of what is going on elsewhere

<img width="516" height="178" alt="Image" src="https://github.com/user-attachments/assets/18e19d54-2e27-4cb8-bdf8-bb9633fb60db" />

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Steps to Reproduce

Start VSCode and begin vibe coding Open Claude Desktop

Claude Model

None

Is this a regression?

Yes, this worked in a previous version

Last Working Version

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Claude Code Version

2.1.152

Platform

Other

Operating System

Windows

Terminal/Shell

VS Code integrated terminal

Additional Information

<img width="542" height="264" alt="Image" src="https://github.com/user-attachments/assets/a95c88d0-3c11-46a9-bb68-9e18e1934b2e" />

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