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I have a highlighted area (a mistaken shortcut) and most of my desktop is now in 'shade' - how do I get it back to normal - thanks. There was an editable square with a dotted line and crosses which changed the size and I couldn't get rid of it so pressed return and now there is a rectangular, highlighted area (which should be the norm) but the rest is in shade. Please help! Thanks.

MacBook Pro 15″, macOS 10.15

Posted on Jun 19, 2023 3:26 AM

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kaz-k

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Jun 19, 2023 3:48 AM in response to joannafromkington

Hi,

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Start up your Mac in safe mode - Apple Support

Also, if you install the Norton/Symantic software, delete it.

Jun 19, 2023 4:28 AM in response to kaz-k

Thanks, Kaz-k - it worked!

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