Claude extension freezes after restarting VS Code

The Claude in VS Code sometimes fails to open and remains stuck on a loading screen. Returning to an older version makes it work for a while, but the problem comes back after VS Code is closed and reopened. A moving white bar appears at the top, while the previous session never loads.

Starting a new session in another tab or window also produces an error, and the reports an error as well. No permanent fix has been identified.

Key points

  • Returning to an older version temporarily restores the Claude .
  • The previous session freezes while loading after VS Code is restarted.
  • Opening a new session in another tab or window also fails.
  • The produces an error too.
  • No lasting solution is currently known.
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