Fix VS Code Git Authentication Failed for GitLab - Chrome Won't Open? Silent Crash on Startup Guide-Solving 'Fatal: Remote Origin Already Exists' in Git

Updated 2026-07-28 21:13:20browser-issues
Fix VS Code Git Authentication Failed for GitLab - Chrome Won't Open? Silent Crash on Startup Guide-Solving 'Fatal: Remote Origin Already Exists' in Git
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.