Black band on top and bottom of desktop after update, how do I get default desktop back?

I need my real estate on my desktop, and the view area is now too small also.  It was ok and then I updated or it could've happened when I started using the TV with the new cable I connect to the TV with.  TV screen is full view..  MacBook air isn't.  What do I do to fix this?  Will this happen often?

Can you get a screenshot of your problem? Or take a picture of your screen with a camera. Getting to see the problem will really help solve it.

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