u/HeadstashedAF

I have a finnex planted + 24/7 HCL light on my 40G breeder. Unfortunately the glass cover has a black hinge on it, which makes a shadow when I try centering the light. I can push it towards the back but I get shadows in the front right like in the first photo, or pull forward and have less light on the background plants (Val, mayaca and ludwigia). I also considered a second light but am afraid that would be too much light for my plants and just cause algae. I don’t want to shell out another $125 if it’s just going to cause more issues.

Trying to decide if I want to center the tank more in the space or leave the larger gap on the left to get my arm in there if needed? I want to make the decision before I fill it this weekend when my plants arrive.