Help Window 7 problem with selection box


  1. shimmyshot
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    Help Window 7 problem with selection box


    Hi, im 13 so please don't use much word that a 15 year old wouldnt understand.

    recently i had a problem the square of the selection box thingy is not normal.
    made a video here



    it is annoying so plz help me
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  3. Brink
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    Hello Shimmyshot, and welcome to Seven Forums.

    You may have the Translucent Selection Rectangle turned off. Turn it back on to see if that may help.

    Show Translucent Selection Rectangle

    Hope this helps,
    Shawn
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  4. shimmyshot
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    Thank you this is the best window 7 site i ever been on
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  6. Brink
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    You're most welcome Shimmyshot. :)
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