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Can't move anything using the mouse.

Forum|Forum|1 year ago
February 3, 2025
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Whenever I try to move an object or text box with the mouse, a red circle with a slash through comes up. I can still move things with the arrow keys and edit things.

I have no problems with other apps like illustrator. I tried uninstalling and re-installing, deleting preferences, restarting my computer, but nothing is working.

I really need to get my work donw and this is infuriating.

Does anyone know what I can do?

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Community Manager

Community Manager

Hey @RD26402896flpl,

Were you able to fix the issue after trying the expert suggestions, or is it still happening?

If you're still stuck, take a look at this thread where others had a similar problem:
InDesign Selection Tool Not Working

Let me know if that helps or if you need more help. Looking forward to your update.

^

Abhishek

Robert at ID-Tasker

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@RD26402896flpl

Have you recently updated InDesign?

Others report a similar problem after the latest update.

Community Expert

Community Expert

I know that another user has reported the same issue just recently (although I couldn't find the thread yet).

What are your versions of InDesign and operating system?

I know you mentioned you deleted preferences but I wonder if you went through all the troubleshooting steps listed here:

https://www.rockymountaintraining.com/adobe-indesign-rebuilding-preferences-cache/