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June 7, 2025
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PNG is not moving

  • June 7, 2025
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Hi, I’m looking for some guidance. I’ve uploaded a PNG into Adobe Illustrator (version 2025), and while the file is unlocked and not inside a clipping mask, I’m unable to move it freely by clicking directly on the image. I can only move it if I click on the bounding box.

I’d really appreciate any help or insight into why this is happening and how to resolve it. Thank you in advance!

 

Correct answer Ton Frederiks

Mmm, that triggers it for me.

Which version of Illustrator do you use? I use 29.5.1

Maybe restart you machine? And if that does not work, reset your preferences?

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Ton Frederiks
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Ton FrederiksCommunity Expert
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June 7, 2025

Can you Uncheck in Preferences "Object Selection by Path Only"?

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June 7, 2025

Hi, thank you so much for helping, much appreciated.  I've had a look at my Selection & Anchor Display, the "Object Selection by Path Only" is already unchecked.

 

 

Ton Frederiks
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Ton FrederiksCommunity ExpertCorrect answer
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June 7, 2025

Mmm, that triggers it for me.

Which version of Illustrator do you use? I use 29.5.1

Maybe restart you machine? And if that does not work, reset your preferences?

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