Fix VS Code Git Not Detecting Changes After .gitignore Update - Python Virtual Env Activate Command Missing-Fix Git Stash Error: index.lock File Exists

Updated 2026-07-28 05:47:05windows-fixes
Fix VS Code Git Not Detecting Changes After .gitignore Update - Python Virtual Env Activate Command Missing-Fix Git Stash Error: index.lock File Exists
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.