Can't switch windows or change apps

Every now and then, when I'm clumsy with my fingers, the window I'm on will shrink. When I eventually get it back I can no longer switch windows or open another app, and have to restart my Macbook (Big Sur 11.1 - MacBook Air retina 2020). Any advise? Thank you

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Posted on Jan 9, 2021 4:46 AM

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