Fix VSCode Debugger 'launch.json Not Found' Error - PowerShell Memory Leak: A Troubleshooting Checklist-Fix 'Command Prompt Authentication Failed' – Run as Administrator

Updated 2026-06-14 02:27:53developer-tools
Fix VSCode Debugger 'launch.json Not Found' Error - PowerShell Memory Leak: A Troubleshooting Checklist-Fix 'Command Prompt Authentication Failed' – Run as Administrator
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.