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F9 in UNC path opens C:

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Python
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Description

When in a UNC path, pressing F9 opens a command prompt not in UNC path but at C:\Windows

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Research direction

The issue provides no file or test entry point. Reproduce by opening a UNC path and pressing F9, then trace the command-prompt launch behavior; done means the prompt opens in the intended UNC location rather than C:\Windows.

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Assessment

Tech stack
python
Domain
desktop, operating-systems
Issue type
Bug
Difficulty
4/5
Estimated time
3-5 days
Activity status
Stale
Clarity
Mostly clear
Newbie friendliness
30/100

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