How do I remove a display that doesn't exist?

I have 2 displays connected to my Mac Mini but the Mac thinks there are 3 displays. How do I remove a display that doesn't exist?

Mac mini, macOS 10.13

Posted on Jun 23, 2020 2:55 PM

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den.thed

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Jun 23, 2020 4:00 PM in response to stevefromkentfield

Where are you seeing the third display?

Try resetting the NVRAM, as per > Reset NVRAM or PRAM on your Mac - Apple Support

QuickPost

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Jun 23, 2020 3:01 PM in response to stevefromkentfield

Hello,

Are you using an iPad with Sidecar?

Jun 23, 2020 3:03 PM in response to QuickPost

A Mac Mini with 2 displays

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