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Bug Fix with Context

The reproduction steps and entry point let Cursor trace the exact execution path. Showing the diff before applying prevents accidental changes in Agent mode.

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There's a bug: {{bug_description}}

Steps to reproduce:
1. {{step_1}}
2. {{step_2}}
3. {{step_3}}

Expected: {{expected_behavior}}
Actual: {{actual_behavior}}

Investigate by:
1. Read the relevant files starting from @{{entry_point}}
2. Trace the execution path that leads to this behavior
3. Identify the root cause (show me the exact line)
4. Propose the minimal fix
5. Check if the same bug pattern exists elsewhere in the codebase

Apply the fix only after I confirm. Show me the diff first.

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{{bug_description}}{{step_1}}{{step_2}}{{step_3}}{{expected_behavior}}{{actual_behavior}}{{entry_point}}

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The reproduction steps and entry point let Cursor trace the exact execution path. Showing the diff before applying prevents accidental changes in Agent mode.

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