vs code terminal bug

[Mahmoud026]

Issue:

When running sqlite3 REPL in the VS Code terminal, recalling previous commands using the up arrow causes excessive blank space and glitchy redraws.

Steps to Reproduce:

1. Run sqlite3 in the integrated terminal.
2. Type a query like: SELECT * FROM flights;
3. Press up arrow ⬆️ to recall — observe many lines of blank space before the command appears.

Expected Behavior:

The previous command should appear immediately without vertical gaps.

System Info:

• VS Code version: (paste from Help > About)
• OS: Windows 11
• Terminal: Integrated (bash or cmd)

Note:

This issue does not happen in Linux/macOS native terminals or CS50 IDE.

[meganrogge]

what OS are you on?

a gif would help

[Mahmoud026]

Win 11 Pro

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[meganrogge]

This issue seems to originate from an upstream component and is not something VSCode can fix by making a change to our code. As such, I will go ahead and close it. Please try to reproduce in Windows Terminal and report to microsoft/terminal with repro steps.

If you cannot reproduce in Windows Terminal, chances are it's fixed in a later version of Windows. You can read more about how we consume conpty here. Thanks for understanding.

/label upstream terminal-conpty windows