Desktop icons in "show-desktop" mode not clickable when DisplayLink is running on Mac.
Desktop icons in "show-desktop" mode not clickable when DisplayLink is running on Mac. Issue was introduced in version 1.6.
Latest release posted on the website today fixes this issue: https://synaptics.com/products/displaylink-graphics/downloads/macos
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bilbern sassi
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If the problem started after DisplayLink 1.6, first try updating to the latest DisplayLink software and macOS-compatible driver. If the issue remains, disconnect the DisplayLink dock or monitor and check whether the desktop icons become clickable again. Restarting Finder can also refresh the desktop without restarting the entire Mac. https://tiranga.com.mx You can also test with DisplayLink disabled to confirm whether it is causing the conflict. If the problem continues, report the issue to DisplayLink with your macOS version, DisplayLink version, and dock/adapter model.
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Catherine Barrett commented
That DisplayLink issue on Mac sounds really annoying, especially when desktop icons stop responding in “show desktop” mode. I’ve seen similar quirks with external display setups before, and they can be tricky to diagnose since it’s often a driver or window management conflict.
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Dave Joseph commented
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Mike Isenberg commented
This is not resolved. Running ver 1.8.1 (build 63.180) on a 2020 MacBook Pro with the Apple M1 chip, with MacOS Monterey Version 12.6.6. I have "Desktop" set as a "Hot Corner" under Mission Control. After installing DisplayLink, I can still see my desktop but cannot actually interact with anything on it.
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Josh Moody
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Though stated above that this issue is resolved, it absolutely is not, and is incredibly frustrating. Using version 1.8.1 on a 16" 2021, m1 MBP.
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sergiosgil
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Continue failing sometimes onMacOS M1 12.3.1 with 1.6.1 driver
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Sven Kaiser
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Same here, MacBook Air M1, Belkin INC002 USB-C-Docking-Station, macOS 11.6.3.
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Bob J
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I'm having this problem too with DL ver 1.6 on macOS 12.2. Three ways to "Show Desktop":
1) Function+F11.
2) trackpad gesture of thumb and 3 fingers
3) using hot corners: SysPrefs > Desktop & Screen Saver > Hot Corners > DesktopNo matter the method, I cannot select anything on the desktop of my primary DisplayLink monitor. I can only select desktop icons on the built-in M1 MacBook Air display or the secondary DisplayLink monitor. If I swap primary monitors to the other DL monitor the problem follows, can't select anything on the desktop of the primary DL monitor while using "Show Desktop". I'm using a Plugable USBC-6950U.
Please fix this bug!
Thanks!***Update*** When the DisplayLink software is running and the DisplayLink adapter is unplugged you cannot select anything on the primary monitor using "show desktop". Quit the software and it works fine.
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Valentin Prugnaud
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Indeed, that's a massive productivity killer!
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Travis McAshan
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YES, THIS! ^^^ How are more people not annoyed by this hamstringing bug. Great software but please fix.
