After issuing the tftpdnld command, type y if the details entered are correct or type n if you need to make corrections.Then issue the reset command. If you did everything correctly, your router should now boot normally.

Spot on! I changed my theme to light while using a KDE DE, which fixed the problems for me. I am not a fan of light themes, so I will find a theme that is comfortable on the eye and compatible with packet tracer.Thank you very much!