Replace "In selection" will replace everything matching the regexp in the whole file

[hermit99]

Replace "In selection" will replace everything matching the regexp in the whole file

[alankilborn]

Cannot replicate.
Suggest removing plugins and retest.

[molsonkiko]

While you're at it you might consider updating JsonTools to the latest release. It has received a number of bugfixes and substantial performance improvements since the version you are currently using.

[hermit99]

Thanks guys. However it's still happening with v8.6.2 without any plugins.

Notepad++ v8.6.2 (32-bit)
Build time : Jan 14 2024 - 02:18:41
Path : C:\tool\file\Notepad++\notepad++.exe
Command Line :
Admin mode : OFF
Local Conf mode : OFF
Cloud Config : OFF
OS Name : Windows 11 Enterprise (64-bit)
OS Version : 23H2
OS Build : 22631.3007
Current ANSI codepage : 936
Plugins : none

Just need a bit tweak. Using npp's change.log as example, one of the ways to reproduce is:

1. select a word, such as line 37 plugins
2. ^H
3. tick In selection
4. change Find what from plugins to space (space key)
5. without closing Replace popup, in the background, select the whole line 37
6. now click Replace All

Please also note in the screenshot that In selection is now changed to unselected status, which I believe is the root cause.

[mpheath]

@hermit99 I observe the auto un/checking behaviour on activate. Some users like code choosing for them.

You can disable the code that does this auto un/checking so you can handle the checkbox yourself manually:
Settings -> Preferences -> Searching -> Minimum Size for Auto-Checking "In selection": 0

The default value is 1024.

[alankilborn]

In selection is now changed to unselected status, which I believe is the root cause.

@mpheath 's suggestion to change the setting to 0 works, but if you like some automated checking/unchecking of In selection, a non-zero value that is less than 1024 could also be helpful. But, if the value is too small, then having Ctrl+f autopopulate the Find what box can get in the way. No ideal situation here, seemingly.

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Similar: #14624

[hermit99]

Thanks guys. Didn't know such settings before. Felt a bit weird in terms of design but understand there might be some limitations down the line.