Uninstalling WSL breaks Terminal #8103

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opened 2026-01-31 01:20:52 +00:00 by claunia · 0 comments
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Originally created by @BenConstable9 on GitHub (May 13, 2020).

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Windows build number: Microsoft Windows [Version 10.0.19041.208]
Windows Terminal version (if applicable): 0.11.1251.0

Any other software? WSL with Ubuntu

Steps to reproduce

Uninstall WSL distros that are included automatically in the list available on Terminal.

Expected behavior

Terminal should function as usual and remove uninstalled distro from the list.

Actual behavior

Terminal freezes and the dropdown list will not respond to user input. Closing and reopening did not resolve. Resolved by uninstalling and reinstalling.

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Reference: starred/terminal#8103