desktop / desktop/desktop

remove a repository and check "also move this repository to recycle bin" won't move to recycle bin in Windows in removable disk

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bug priority-3
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Description

### The problem

remove a repository and check "also move this repository to recycle bin" won't move to recycle bin in Windows in removable disk

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In Windows, if removing a directory in removable disk, it won't be removed in recycle bin.
If Github Desktop means "delete local file", then please change the misunderstanding text of "Also move this repository to Recycle Bin"

### Release version

3.5.8

### Operating system

Windows

### Steps to reproduce the behavior

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### Additional context

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Research direction

The issue names no source files, tests, or entry points. First reproduce repository removal on a Windows removable disk with the recycle-bin option enabled, then determine whether the behavior is incorrect or the option text is misleading; done means the removal behavior or wording matches the supported Windows behavior.

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Assessment

Tech stack
electron, typescript
Domain
desktop, operating-systems
Issue type
Bug
Difficulty
3/5
Estimated time
1-2 days
Activity status
Quiet
Clarity
Needs clarification
Newbie friendliness
45/100

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