MetaMask / MetaMask/metamask-extension

[HELP] MetaMask cannot be started, the imported private key cannot be restored.

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Description

### What is this about?

MetaMask cannot be started.

The mnemonic phrase has been restored, but the imported private key cannot be restored.

DETAILS:
- OS: macos 13.0
- Chrome: 116.0.5845.140
- MetaMask: 11.0.0

ERROR MSG:
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Research direction

Start by reproducing the reported startup failure using the mnemonic restoration followed by imported private-key restoration on the listed macOS, Chrome, and MetaMask versions. Use the error screenshots to identify the failing entry point; done means MetaMask starts successfully and the imported private key is restored.

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Assessment

Tech stack
typescript
Domain
frontend
Issue type
Bug
Difficulty
4/5
Estimated time
3-5 days
Activity status
Stale
Clarity
Needs clarification
Newbie friendliness
20/100

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