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How does p4vfs work with P4 Client correctly

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Description

When I Installed p4vfs service, and rehydrating some files, their size becomes 0, but it seems that just a refresh operation from the p4 client will trigger IO to read the complete file, causing these files to be re-downloaded. How can I correctly cooperate with the P4 client to avoid unexpected dewatering?

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Research direction

No source files, tests, or entry points are identified. Start by reproducing the sequence with the p4vfs service, a rehydrated file, and a P4 client refresh, then trace the file hydration and dewatering behavior. Done means the correct P4 client interaction is documented or the unexpected re-download is prevented.

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Assessment

Tech stack
cpp
Domain
operating-systems
Issue type
Bug
Difficulty
4/5
Estimated time
3-5 days
Activity status
Stale
Clarity
Needs clarification
Newbie friendliness
25/100

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