How to Clear Edge Sync Cache and Resolve Sync Issues - Fix VS Code Git Not Detecting Changes After .gitignore Update-Resolve Git index.lock Error on Windows

Updated 2026-07-28 13:41:20windows-fixes
How to Clear Edge Sync Cache and Resolve Sync Issues - Fix VS Code Git Not Detecting Changes After .gitignore Update-Resolve Git index.lock Error on Windows
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.