IPhoto 7.1.5-viewing thumbnails in library

Recently, my IPhoto library and albums began showing my photos only in full-screen size - no thumbnails. When I go to "View" and choose "Thumbnails," it is impossible to choose it. The thumbnails choices are in light grey and do not respond. I can get thumbnails at the top of the screen above a full-screen-size photo, but I miss the rows of 1" or 2" thumbnails.

Welcome to the Apple Discussions.
There's a slider on the bottom right of the iPhoto Window - drag it to the left. Does that help?
Regards
TD

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