[BUG] New session via + button always opens cloud session even when local folder is connected"

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• [x] I have searched existing issues and this hasn't been reported yet
• [x] This is a single bug report (please file separate reports for different bugs)
• [x] I am using the latest version of Claude Code

What's Wrong?

claude desktrop app, folder connected but always opening cloud session, not option shown to have local. much functionality missing

What Should Happen?

i legit cant access local sessions on the desktop app

Error Messages/Logs

Steps to Reproduce

on my lenovo thinkpad, opening a new session...straight to cloud

Claude Model

None

Is this a regression?

Yes, this worked in a previous version

Last Working Version

_No response_

Claude Code Version

2.1.74

Platform

Anthropic API

Operating System

Windows

Terminal/Shell

Other

Additional Information

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