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Crash when rebuilding application menu on wayland

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Problem

Extracted from https://github.com/microsoft/vscode/issues/181533#issuecomment-1565576439 [code block] @Mithras can you provide the following details to help us repro the issue, 1) Are you using custom or native titlebar ? 2) Are you starting the application with `--ozone-platform=wayland --enable-features=WaylandWindowDecorations` ? 3) Where did you install insiders from ? Snap, deb or rpm ? 4) A video recording showing the exact repro steps will be helpful.

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2 Fixes

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Fix Wayland Menu Rebuild Crash in VSCode

Medium Risk

The crash occurs when the application attempts to rebuild the application menu on Wayland with specific configurations, particularly when using custom titlebars and certain flags. This can lead to incompatibilities in rendering and event handling, causing the application to freeze or crash.

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  1. 1

    Check Titlebar Configuration

    Determine if you are using a custom or native titlebar. If using a custom titlebar, switch to the native titlebar to see if it resolves the issue.

    bash
    export ELECTRON_ENABLE_LOGGING=true
  2. 2

    Modify Launch Flags

    Start the application without the `--ozone-platform=wayland` and `--enable-features=WaylandWindowDecorations` flags to check if the issue persists. This will help identify if the flags are causing the crash.

    bash
    ./code --no-sandbox
  3. 3

    Reinstall VSCode Insiders

    Reinstall the VSCode Insiders build from a different source (e.g., from deb instead of snap) to rule out installation issues. Ensure to back up your settings before reinstalling.

    bash
    sudo apt remove code-insiders && sudo apt install code-insiders
  4. 4

    Record and Report

    Create a video recording of the steps leading to the crash, including the terminal commands used and the application behavior. This will help in diagnosing the issue further.

    bash
    ffmpeg -f x11grab -s $(xdpyinfo | grep dimensions | awk '{print $2}') -i :0.0 -r 30 -vcodec libx264 output.mp4

Validation

To confirm the fix, attempt to rebuild the application menu after following the steps. If the application no longer crashes and behaves as expected, the issue is resolved. Additionally, review the logs for any errors related to the menu rebuild process.

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Fix Crash on Application Menu Rebuild in Wayland

Medium Risk

The crash occurs due to a conflict between the application menu rebuild process and the Wayland window decorations feature when using a custom title bar. This is exacerbated by the way the application handles window events and rendering in a Wayland environment, leading to instability.

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  1. 1

    Verify Wayland Configuration

    Ensure that the application is started with the correct Wayland configuration flags to avoid conflicts. This includes using the ozone platform and enabling Wayland window decorations.

    bash
    code --ozone-platform=wayland --enable-features=WaylandWindowDecorations
  2. 2

    Check Title Bar Settings

    Determine whether you are using a custom title bar or the native one. If a custom title bar is being used, switch to the native title bar to see if the crash persists.

    typescript
    Settings > Window: Title Bar Style > Native
  3. 3

    Reinstall Application

    If the issue persists, consider reinstalling the application from a different source (Snap, deb, or rpm) to rule out installation-specific issues.

    bash
    sudo apt remove code-insiders && sudo snap install code-insiders --classic
  4. 4

    Update Graphics Drivers

    Ensure that your graphics drivers are up to date, as outdated drivers can cause rendering issues in Wayland environments. Check for updates through your package manager or the graphics vendor's website.

    bash
    sudo apt update && sudo apt upgrade
  5. 5

    Capture and Analyze Logs

    Run the application from the terminal to capture logs when the crash occurs. This can provide insights into the specific error messages and help in debugging.

    bash
    code --ozone-platform=wayland --enable-features=WaylandWindowDecorations > log.txt 2>&1

Validation

To confirm the fix, attempt to rebuild the application menu after following the steps. If the application runs without crashing and the menu rebuilds successfully, the issue is resolved. Additionally, check the log file for any remaining errors.

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Alex Chen

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