URL bar locked

This is a strange safari problem, and I can't seem to fix it.
It isn't allowing me to type directly into the URL bar. When I try to click into it, it just doesn't let me.
I've been through preferences and I can't see anything relevant. I downloaded the most recent update, is it something to do with that?

Hi
Two possibilities -
First, drag the existing bar off the bar by pressing the command key as you click/drag it. Then go to the View Menu>Customize Toolbar and drag a new URL window to the bar.
If that doesn't allow access, then the problem may be caused by corruption in the preference file. Via the Finder: Your User Account>Library>Preferences folder. Move the com.apple.safari.plist file to the trash, then restart Safari. This resets Safari preferences to default values. Restore any custom settings in either the Preference panel, Edit Menu (spelling), or View Menu. Also, restore any custom icons on the toolbar via the Customize Toolbar option.
Also, the reset adds Apple default bookmarks to your Bookmarks collection (command/option/B keys). Delete any you don't want.
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''jscher2000 [[#answer-707094|said]]''
<blockquote>
The green padlock means your connection is HTTPS (encrypted) and the certificate identifies a particular site operator. Certificate issuers demand special verification for the Extended Validation (EVSSL) certificate that generates a green padlock.
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If a normally secure site suddenly shows a mixed content icon, try reloading the page (Ctrl+r or to re-request fresh copies of cached files use Ctrl+Shift+r).
</blockquote>
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