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1. Cell Style override crash

   Crashes when applying and overriding a cell style to a table that has previous overrides. Tried it multiple times on multiple files, all with the same crash result.

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   CLOSED  ·  amaarora responded

   To identify the cause of this issue, we had started our investigation with the aim to resolve it. You might have also received email from us seeking more details to help in our investigation.

   We’ve concluded our investigation and came up with the finding : Either the issue is fixed in the latest release of InDesign or the issue was intermittent in nature at the time of its reporting and is not reproducible now.

   We recommend you to upgrade to the latest version of InDesign 2020.0.1 (if you’re not already on it). It contains a lot of stability fixes.

   If you still face this issue even after updating to the latest version of InDesign, please submit the crash report to us. (The guidelines to submit crash are available at (https://helpx.adobe.com/indesign/kb/submit-crash-reports.html)

   We seek your support in our continual effort to improve InDesign.

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   Adobe InDesign Team

2. CC2017 My libraries panel is empty, although I have multiple files in the Adobe online library
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3. Hidden content in pdf export

   Adobe InDesign CC 2017. While exporting the file into a PDF. In the PDF while searching for a word I found some sort of ghost fields (picture ghostfields.png). Then I found out that the problem is caused by graphics that we use internally. There are mostly more than just one graphic in one Illustrator file (picture illustratorfile.png). It is saved as an ai, not eps. InDesign exports the parts of those graphics that are actually not visible in InDesign (picture error2.png). I could not find out why, or how to solve it. And because of those ghost field you can not search for anything within the pdf. The only solution was to export the pdf, and then print the pdf with adobe pdf to create a new 'clean' pdf.

   Adobe InDesign CC 2017. While exporting the file into a PDF. In the PDF while searching for a word I found some sort of ghost fields (picture ghostfields.png). Then I found out that the problem is caused by graphics that we use internally. There are mostly more than just one graphic in one Illustrator file (picture illustratorfile.png). It is saved as an ai, not eps. InDesign exports the parts of those graphics that are actually not visible in InDesign (picture error2.png). I could not find out why, or how to solve it. And because of those ghost field you can… more

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4. Data Merge causes crash/lock-up when displaying panels on second screen

   When displaying my panels on a second monitor using InDesign and then trying to begin a data merge the application crashes and becomes unresponsive.

   If I change the layout of the panels to one screen (the default layout) it works fine.

   I've uninstalled InDesign and reinstalled, also deleting my preferences folders/files.

   I can select the data source and insert one field, but then clicking on anything else after the first field has been inserted causes the application to stop responding.

   I've attached a screenshot of the panels on the second screen for your reference - there are no panels on the primary screen.

   When displaying my panels on a second monitor using InDesign and then trying to begin a data merge the application crashes and becomes unresponsive.

   If I change the layout of the panels to one screen (the default layout) it works fine.

   I've uninstalled InDesign and reinstalled, also deleting my preferences folders/files.

   I can select the data source and insert one field, but then clicking on anything else after the first field has been inserted causes the application to stop responding.

   I've attached a screenshot of the panels on the second screen for your reference - there are no panels on… more

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   CLOSED  ·  amaarora responded

   To identify the cause of this issue, we had started our investigation with the aim to resolve it. You might have also received email from us seeking more details to help in our investigation.

   We’ve concluded our investigation and came up with the finding : Either the issue is fixed in the latest release of InDesign or the issue was intermittent in nature at the time of its reporting and is not reproducible now.

   We recommend you to upgrade to the latest version of InDesign 2020 (if you’re not already on it). It contains a lot of stability fixes.

   If you still face this issue even after updating to the latest version of InDesign, please submit the crash report to us. (The guidelines to submit crash are available at (https://helpx.adobe.com/indesign/kb/submit-crash-reports.html)
   We seek your support in our continual effort to improve InDesign.

   —
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5. On the Radar? New character for uppercase "ß" in germany – dont forget to be able to disable auto-"ß" into SS…

   If I use shift+"ß", InDesign changes to "SS" – so far so good. But that got revised 29.7.2017. I hope thats on InD's radar.

   "Anfang 2008 wurde das große ß als neues Zeichen in den internationalen Standard Unicode für Computerzeichensätze aufgenommen, am 24. Juni 2008 trat die entsprechende Ergänzung der Norm ISO/IEC 10646 in Kraft.[1] Seit dem 29. Juni 2017 ist das ẞ Bestandteil der amtlichen deutschen Rechtschreibung.[2][3]"
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   https://de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gro%C3%9Fes_%C3%9F

   http://www.rechtschreibrat.com/DOX/rfdr_PM_2017-06-29_Aktualisierung_Regelwerk.pdf

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6. BUG Make "Fit Frame to Content" finally work with rotated/skewd content

   1. Version: CS4 and above
   2. Steps: Just rotate/skew a picture within its box and use "FitFrameToContent" and watch the content gets cropped!
   3. Expected Result: The picture frame gets fit…
   4. Actual result: The content gets cropped.

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   Under Review  ·  amaarora responded

   Hi,
   Thanks for reporting the issue.
   We have been able to reproduce it and will consider it for fixing.

   -Aman

7. InDesign freezing when pressing backspace in a text box of more than 500 or 600 words

   This only seems to be a problem when using long text boxes more than a few hundred words. InDesign starts to slow down while I'm typing, but if I then select text or press backspace (mostly the latter) then InDesign freezes for 10 to 15 seconds.

   I've searched the problem, but the only solution I have found is to try closing the info panel, but this seems to be a CS3 fix and doesn't work.

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8. CC Files in InDesign not showing up

   I shared files using CC Files for teams using my work account, and the sync with my account on my home computer in the user folder/creative cloud files, however they don't show up in the START workspace when I launch InDesign. How do I get these files to show up in the application?

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9. The order of Arabic digits is reversed when changing their character direction

   1. Adobe InDesign CC 2017.1
   2. Create a textbox, type Arabic characters including some digits. Change character direction from 'Default' to 'Right to Left'.
   3. Arabic letters are RTL, but Arabic digits are written LTR; So when you change character direction to RTL, they should be in their right direction.
   4. Letters are RTL, but digits are reversed. The problem is that Arabic script is written RTL, but its digits' direction is LTR. Just like when you move caret and logically it moves in correct direction.

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10. I can't open the drop down menus in the Preflight panel and that causes a problem for me.

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11. Hyperlinks

    I use a lot of hyperlinks in a document which link to the individual products on our website for online ordering and stock levels.

    The Hyperlink panel frequently corrupts - I lose the ‘traffic light’ link status indicator and location of the link (page No.) - meaning I have to remove InDesign and execute a clean install to get the feature back.

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12. Adobe inDesign is shutting down

    Adobe in Design is shutting dow. A serious error was detected. Please restart InDesign to recover work in any unsaved InDesign documents. This happened when importing an image cmd D.

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13. TEXT BOX FREEZE

    I use indesign and for about a minute I can drag and move the text box the frame and select all the text within the box but soon it all freezes or locks all of a suddent i try to drag the box i cant, i try to size the box i cant, i try to select text I cannot only one word at a time,

    I have attached a word link to the video I need help ASAP I have an assignment due FRIDAY 24th and I cannot solve this. I am using V.21.6 if that helps and It is adobe 2026, Below is uncluded a video (about 2 minute mark is when it freezes). Also noticed my microsoft word does that too i cant select words but one word at a time maybe theres a corrolation I am not sure.

    I use indesign and for about a minute I can drag and move the text box the frame and select all the text within the box but soon it all freezes or locks all of a suddent i try to drag the box i cant, i try to size the box i cant, i try to select text I cannot only one word at a time,

    I have attached a word link to the video I need help ASAP I have an assignment due FRIDAY 24th and I cannot solve this. I am using V.21.6 if that helps and It… more

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14. InDesign 21.6 freezes for 5 seconds when placing images ONLY when offline on macOS

    A severe 4-to-5 second application hang/freeze occurs every time a user attempts to place an image file while the Mac is disconnected from the internet. If the Mac is online, the lag disappears completely. This is a regression bug introduced in recent 21.x builds.Steps to Reproduce:Open Adobe InDesign v21.6 on macOS.Disconnect the computer from the internet (turn off Wi-Fi and unplug ethernet).Create a new, blank document.Press Cmd + D to place any standard image file (e.g., JPEG, PNG) stored on the local hard drive.Click on the document layout to place the graphic asset.

    Expected Result:The image should place instantly onto the layout canvas without hesitation.

    Actual Result:InDesign freezes entirely, displaying a spinning wait cursor or locking up the mouse pointer for roughly 4 to 5 seconds before the image finally drops onto the page.Crucial Diagnostic Variables (Verified):Network Status: The bug only triggers when the Mac is offline. If the computer is connected to the internet, images place instantly without any lag.Regression: Rolling back three versions prior entirely fixes the problem. The issue does not exist in older builds, pointing directly to a telemetry, asset verification, or cloud-feature timeout loop introduced in recent 21.x code.

    Tested: Verified on local files (not cloud-synced folders or network servers).

    Third-party utilities have been ruled out.
    System Specs:App Version: InDesign v21.6 (and recent 21.x builds)OS: macOS

    A severe 4-to-5 second application hang/freeze occurs every time a user attempts to place an image file while the Mac is disconnected from the internet. If the Mac is online, the lag disappears completely. This is a regression bug introduced in recent 21.x builds.Steps to Reproduce:Open Adobe InDesign v21.6 on macOS.Disconnect the computer from the internet (turn off Wi-Fi and unplug ethernet).Create a new, blank document.Press Cmd + D to place any standard image file (e.g., JPEG, PNG) stored on the local hard drive.Click on the document layout to place the graphic asset.

    Expected Result:The image should place instantly onto… more

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15. Open PDF in InDesign not properly working when a vector image is present (.ai or .eps)

    When we export a PDF from InDesign with the box "Preserve InDesign Editing Capabilities" checked, if we open the resulting PDF in InDesign, it is perfect, styles are preserved, guidelines, tables, Layers, Parent Pages... All is ok. (just as if a idml was included in the PDF)

    However, as soon as we include a .ai or .eps anywhere in the InDesign file, the exported PDF can no longer be imported back in InDesign with all format. Styles are lost or are named "Paragraph1", "Paragraph2", no more guidelines, no more Parent Pages, tables are not like before...

    We're trying again every time a new version of InDesign is out. This morning, it was InDesign 21.6 (Windows). Still the same problem.

    When we export a PDF from InDesign with the box "Preserve InDesign Editing Capabilities" checked, if we open the resulting PDF in InDesign, it is perfect, styles are preserved, guidelines, tables, Layers, Parent Pages... All is ok. (just as if a idml was included in the PDF)

    However, as soon as we include a .ai or .eps anywhere in the InDesign file, the exported PDF can no longer be imported back in InDesign with all format. Styles are lost or are named "Paragraph1", "Paragraph2", no more guidelines, no more Parent Pages, tables are not like before...

    We're trying again every… more

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16. InDesign 2026: CMYK objects on the pasteboard display darker with Overprint Preview or Separations Preview Body I am experiencing a displa

    I am experiencing a display issue in InDesign 2026 when using Overprint Preview or Separations Preview.

    CMYK objects placed on the pasteboard (outside the page) become significantly darker, while the same objects displayed inside the page remain correct.

    The same document does not show this issue in InDesign 2025.

    I have tested this issue in multiple versions of InDesign 2026:

    Version 21.4.1.4
    Version 21.5.1

    The same issue occurs in both versions.

    Environment
    Adobe InDesign 2026
    Versions tested: 21.4.1.4 and 21.5.1
    Mac mini M4 Pro
    macOS Tahoe 26.6.2 (25G83)
    Monitor: EIZO ColorEdge CX240
    Connection: USB-C to DisplayPort
    Issue

    I have CMYK text and graphic objects positioned so that they extend from the page area onto the pasteboard.

    In Normal Preview, everything displays correctly both inside the page and on the pasteboard.

    However, when print simulation preview modes are enabled, the objects on the pasteboard display incorrectly.

    When Overprint Preview is enabled

    When I enable:

    View > Overprint Preview

    the display changes as follows:

    CMYK objects inside the page → display correctly
    The same CMYK objects on the pasteboard → become significantly darker
    Placed photos on the pasteboard → may disappear

    The CMYK values of the objects are the same.

    The appearance changes specifically when the object crosses from the page area onto the pasteboard.

    Separations Preview test

    I also tested:

    Window > Output > Separations Preview

    Preview: Off
    Inside page → Correct
    Pasteboard → Correct
    Preview: Separations
    Inside page → Correct
    Pasteboard → CMYK objects become significantly darker
    The same issue occurs as with Overprint Preview

    Therefore, the problem also occurs when Separations Preview is set to Separations.

    Both Overprint Preview and Separations Preview produce the same incorrect display behavior on the pasteboard.

    Summary of test results
    Preview mode Inside page Pasteboard
    Normal Preview Correct Correct
    Separations Preview: Off Correct Correct
    Overprint Preview Correct CMYK becomes darker / images may display incorrectly
    Separations Preview: Separations Correct CMYK becomes darker / same issue
    Comparison with InDesign 2025

    I tested the same document in InDesign 2025.

    With Overprint Preview enabled, objects display correctly both inside the page and on the pasteboard.

    However, the issue occurs in InDesign 2026.

    I tested:

    Version 21.4.1.4
    Version 21.5.1

    and the same issue occurs in both versions.

    This appears to be a possible display regression or rendering issue introduced in InDesign 2026.

    Steps to reproduce
    Create a new document
    Create a text or graphic object with a CMYK fill
    Position the object so that it extends from the page onto the pasteboard

    Enable either:

    View > Overprint Preview

    or

    Window > Output > Separations Preview > Preview: Separations
    Compare the appearance of the object inside the page and on the pasteboard

    The CMYK object displays correctly inside the page but significantly darker on the pasteboard.

    Expected result

    The same CMYK object should display consistently and correctly both inside the page and on the pasteboard when Overprint Preview or Separations Preview is enabled.

    At minimum, I would expect the same behavior as InDesign 2025.

    I would appreciate it if others could test whether this issue can be reproduced on other systems, or confirm whether there has been an intentional change to pasteboard rendering in InDesign 2026.

    Screenshots are attached.

    I am experiencing a display issue in InDesign 2026 when using Overprint Preview or Separations Preview.

    CMYK objects placed on the pasteboard (outside the page) become significantly darker, while the same objects displayed inside the page remain correct.

    The same document does not show this issue in InDesign 2025.

    I have tested this issue in multiple versions of InDesign 2026:

    Version 21.4.1.4
    Version 21.5.1

    The same issue occurs in both versions.

    Environment
    Adobe InDesign 2026
    Versions tested: 21.4.1.4 and 21.5.1
    Mac mini M4 Pro
    macOS Tahoe 26.6.2 (25G83)
    Monitor: EIZO ColorEdge CX240
    Connection: USB-C to DisplayPort
    Issue

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17. In Design bleibt immer hängen

    Ich kann keine Dokumente mehr bearbeiten. Der Curser der Maus dreht immer blau im Kreis. Ich kann keine Texte mehr abändern. Habe InDesign Version 21.5.1. Es geht so seit 2 Wochen, habe ganze Installation deinstalliert und jetzt wieder installiert. Es nützt nichts.

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18. Image placing issue

    Hi,

    Whenever I place two or three images, the software becomes unresponsive and gets stuck. I have to force-close the application and restart it to continue working.

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19. Pointer disappears / shows unrelated shape after ~10–15 min of use — requires force quit

    Environment:
    InDesign 21.5.1
    macOS Tahoe 26.6.2
    Mac Studio, Apple M1 Max

    Description:
    After roughly 10–15 minutes of normal use, the pointer stops behaving correctly. No specific action seems to trigger it — it just starts happening during regular work. The pointer either disappears completely or displays a random shape unrelated to the current tool or action. Once this occurs, InDesign becomes unresponsive and the only way to recover is to force quit and relaunch the app.

    Steps to reproduce:

    Open InDesign and work as usual.
    Continue working for approximately 10–15 minutes (no specific trigger identified).
    Observe the pointer.

    Expected behavior: Pointer reflects the active tool/action as normal.

    Actual behavior: Pointer disappears or shows a random, unrelated shape. InDesign then stops responding and must be force quit.

    Workaround: None. Force quit and restart InDesign to restore normal function.

    Frequency: Consistent, occurs after ~10–15 minutes of use.

    Environment:
    InDesign 21.5.1
    macOS Tahoe 26.6.2
    Mac Studio, Apple M1 Max

    Description:
    After roughly 10–15 minutes of normal use, the pointer stops behaving correctly. No specific action seems to trigger it — it just starts happening during regular work. The pointer either disappears completely or displays a random shape unrelated to the current tool or action. Once this occurs, InDesign becomes unresponsive and the only way to recover is to force quit and relaunch the app.

    Steps to reproduce:

    Open InDesign and work as usual.
    Continue working for approximately 10–15 minutes (no specific trigger identified).
    Observe the pointer.

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20. Incorrect PDF Tagging for Tables Split Across Pages with Repeated Header Rows

    When exporting a tagged PDF from InDesign, tables that span multiple pages and use repeated header rows are tagged incorrectly.

    Instead of generating a single table structure, the exported PDF creates repeated <THead> and <TBody> elements within the same table:

    <Table>
    ├─ <THead>
    ├─ <TBody>
    ├─ <THead>
    └─ <TBody>

    This results in an invalid or semantically incorrect table structure for PDF accessibility.

    Expected Behavior:

    Option 1 (structurally correct, though not ideal semantically):
    Each table continuation on a new page should be exported as a separate table:

    <Table>
    ├─ <THead>
    └─ <TBody>
     
    <Table>
    ├─ <THead>
    └─ <TBody>

    Option 2 (preferred, semantically and structurally correct):
    The entire table should be exported as a single tagged table:

    <Table>
    ├─ <THead>
    └─ <TBody>

    In this case, the automatically repeated visual table header on subsequent pages should be marked as an Artifact and not be included as a second <THead> element in the tag structure.

    Impact:
    The current tagging can lead to accessibility issues, incorrect table semantics, and potential PDF/UA compliance problems for assistive technologies.

    When exporting a tagged PDF from InDesign, tables that span multiple pages and use repeated header rows are tagged incorrectly.

    Instead of generating a single table structure, the exported PDF creates repeated <THead> and <TBody> elements within the same table:

    <Table>
    ├─ <THead>
    ├─ <TBody>
    ├─ <THead>
    └─ <TBody>

    This results in an invalid or semantically incorrect table structure for PDF accessibility.

    Expected Behavior:

    Option 1 (structurally correct, though not ideal semantically):
    Each table continuation on a new page should be exported as a separate table:

    <Table>
    ├─ <THead>
    └─ <TBody>
     
    <Table>
    ├─ <THead>
    └─ <TBody>

    Option 2 (preferred,… more

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