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Auth error prompt when cloning repo from nonexistent URL
See original GitHub issueDescription
On trying to clone a repo using an incorrect URL, Desktop raises an authentication error instead of indicating that the repo wasn’t found in the user’s profile.
Version
- GitHub Desktop: 1.3.5
- Operating system: macOS High Sierra 10.13.6
Steps to Reproduce
- Click on Clone repository.
- Navigate to the URL section.
- Enter an invalid URL.
Expected Behavior
Desktop raises an error prompt stating that the provided repo URL is invalid.
Actual Behavior
Desktop goes into a loop of error prompts related to authentication. If correct username and password is provided, then the same prompt is raised again.
Additional Information
Issue Analytics
- State:
- Created 5 years ago
- Reactions:1
- Comments:10 (9 by maintainers)
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@kanishk98 let me look into reproducing the issue on my end and figure out what changes need to be made
@kanishk98 Hi! I’m just getting up to speed here. Would love to see the PR and offer feedback! 😄 Feel free to tag me in it!