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How to undo this ceiling light cover?

It has a serrated edge, so it looks as tho' its meant to be grabbed and unscrewed, but it's also thin so hard to grasp. And I suspect it's been painted shut too.

Just looking for confirmation that I do need to unscrew that chrome trim?
Ta.

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  • Mine are just “friction fit”. I lever them out gently when I need access 
  • kimwp
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    Mine are just “friction fit”. I lever them out gently when I need access 
    Same for mine. They have little sprung metal strips poking up that hold them in place.

    If you are trying to get the bulb out, you need to unscrew it by (gently) pressing on the flat surface to gain purchase to rotate it. Then lefty loosy. Good idea not to screw them in too tight otherwise it makes it hard to get them out.
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