claude-code - 💡(How to fix) Fix File Picker issue - New Project [1 participants]

When using the "Add files" option in project creation — selecting individual files causes "Failed to create project" error every time.

Error Messages/Logs

TL;DR

The issue can be potentially resolved by investigating the folder selection and file system interaction in the Claude Desktop application, specifically focusing on the "Add files" option and folder picker functionality.

Guidance

• Verify that the selected folder and its contents are accessible and readable by the Claude Desktop application, as permission issues might cause the "Failed to create project" error.
• Check if there are any specific requirements or restrictions for the folder structure or file types that can be selected for a Cowork Project, which might be causing the Open button to remain greyed out.
• Attempt to create a project using a different folder or file selection method to isolate if the issue is specific to certain folders or files.
• Consider testing the application with a minimal setup, such as an empty folder or a single file, to see if the issue persists in a simplified scenario.

Example

No specific code snippet can be provided without more information about the application's internal workings, but debugging the folder selection and file system interaction logic might involve checking file system permissions, folder structure, and file types.

Notes

The issue seems to be related to the interaction between the Claude Desktop application and the file system, specifically with folder selection and file addition. Without more detailed error logs or debugging information, it's challenging to provide a precise fix. However, by following the guidance steps, the user may be able to identify and potentially resolve the issue.

Recommendation

Apply workaround: Given the lack of detailed error information and the specific nature of the issue, attempting different folder selection methods or simplifying the project setup might provide a temporary workaround until a more definitive solution can be found.