[Bug] LLM repeatedly rewrites entire file instead of performing targeted edits on large files

Status Closed — not planned
Reported on v2.1.117
Maintainer reply None cached
Activity 4 comments · opened Apr 22, 2026 · closed May 27, 2026

Bug Description
Claude insists on rewriting the entire 800 line file instead of applying a few targeted edits. The edit fails and it is unable to resolve.

Environment Info

  • Platform: darwin
  • Terminal: Apple_Terminal
  • Version: 2.1.117

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