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User profile for user: debord59
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Magnifier on screen

My cat stepped on my keyboard and now I have a rectangular "magnifier" on the screen that I cannot figure out how to remove. I'm sure it's something simple, but I do need help. Thanks!

iMac, OS X Mountain Lion (10.8)

Posted on Oct 4, 2013 2:32 PM

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User profile for user: den.thed
den.thed
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Posted on Oct 4, 2013 3:21 PM

Hold the Control key and scroll or swipe down.


To adjust or turn off the Zoom feature, go to Apple > System Preferences > Accessibility > Zoom.


Select Zoom Style: to change from Picture in Picture to Full Screen.


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Uncheck Use scroll gestures.......... to turn off scroll zoom.


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Magnifier on screen

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