• Skip to main content
  • Skip to primary sidebar

Technipages

Tutorials and fixes for smartphone, gadget, and computer problems

  • Topics
    • Android
    • Browsers
    • Gaming
    • Hardware
    • Internet
    • iPhone
    • Linux
    • macOS
    • Office
    • Reviews
    • Software
    • Windows
    • Definitions
  • Product Reviews
  • Downloads
  • About
macOS: Bring Off-Screen Window Back Onto Screen

macOS: Bring Off-Screen Window Back Onto Screen

July 26, 2023 by Mitch Bartlett 2 Comments

If you have the application open, but can’t see its window in macOS, try the following tips to resolve the issue.


Fix 1 – Check Zoom Setting (Recommended Fix)

Select the application in the dock and then click on “Window” > “Zoom“. This will enlarge the window to fit the screen and hopefully allow viewing of the app window


Fix 2 – Change Screen Resolution

  1. Select the Apple Menu, then click on “System Preferences…” > “Displays“.
  2. Ensure that “Scaled” is selected under the “Resolution” section.
  3. Choose any alternative resolution setting from the options provided. This action should force the application window back onto the visible screen.
  4. Once the application window is visible, you can drag it to a safe and convenient position.
  5. After repositioning the window, you can revert the resolution setting back to your preferred option.

Fix 3 – Rotate Display

Note: This option is not available on all configurations.

  1. Select the Apple Menu, then choose “System Preferences…” > “Displays“.
  2. Change “Rotation” to “90°“, then switch back to “Standard“.

Fix 4 – Put Mac in Mirror Mode

Try toggling mirror settings by holding “Command” and pressing “F1“. Some MacBooks may require you to press “Command” + “Fn” + “F1”


Fix 5 – Force Quit the App

Try selecting the “Apple” Menu, then choose “Force Quit…“. From there, select the problematic application, and click “Force Quit“. This should allow you to restart the application, and hopefully, it will appear back on the screen.


Hopefully, one of the above fixes worked for you. Share your experience below in the comments section.

You Might Also Like

  • Windows Settings Header
    Windows: Bring Off-Screen Window Back Onto Screen
  • usb-photos
    Importing Google Photos Onto a USB Drive
  • Outlook Logo Header
    Turn Off AutoDiscover Redirect Warning in Outlook 2016 for…
  • Zoom: How to Automatically Turn off Your Audio and Video if the Screen Turns Off
    Zoom: How to Automatically Turn off Your Audio and Video if…
  • Disable Apple Software Update Screen
    Disable Apple Software Update Screen on Windows 11 and macOS
  • MacOS: How to Print Screen
    MacOS: How to Print Screen

Filed Under: macOS

Reader Interactions

Comments

  1. Pamela Gonzalez says

    August 31, 2023 at 9:42 am

    hero

  2. John Hill says

    August 25, 2023 at 8:38 am

    I have another way. Go into the settings for “Control Center” Turn on Side Car mode. The programs then show in a quick click location. Pick a program other that the one that’s off the screen. The wayward program will then show in the sidecar, Click on it and drag it where you want it on the screen and let go.

Did this help? Let us know!

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. Learn how your comment data is processed.

Primary Sidebar

Recent Posts

  • How to Send HD Pictures and Videos on WhatsApp
  • How to Share Files Using Google Nearby Share
  • Android Battery Will Not Charge Fix
  • Turning on Triple Touch Zoom on Android
  • How to Connect Outlook 2023 to Gmail
  • Netflix: Change Password
  • Step-by-Step Guide: How to Use WhatsApp on Your Computer
  • Android: Enable or Disable Background Data

Who’s Behind Technipages?

Baby and Daddy My name is Mitch Bartlett. I've been working in technology for over 20 years in a wide range of tech jobs from Tech Support to Software Testing. I started this site as a technical guide for myself and it has grown into what I hope is a useful reference for all.

You May Also Like

  • Window Manager
  • Window
  • X Window System
  • Screen Font
  • Screen Saver

© Copyright 2023 Guiding Tech Media · All Rights Reserved · Privacy