How to Fix Git 'index.lock' File Exists Error - Fix VS Code Source Control Not Detecting Changes on Mac-Resolve npm package json not found in npx
Before changing system settings, save your work and note the exact error text so you can compare results after each step.
Extra verification checklist
- Restart the affected app after changing permissions or configuration files.
- Test the same workflow in a clean browser profile or a temporary user account.
- Compare the result on another network if the error may be connection related.