Critical Bug in Adobe InDesign 2023 (v18.5.3) – Missing Punctuation in Block Text Alignment

Dear Adobe InDesign Team,

I am writing to report a critical bug in Adobe InDesign 2023, version 18.5.3, specifically when working on Apple devices and primarily using the Hebrew language.

The issue arises when creating text frames with Block Text Alignment (Justified Alignment). When the file is exported to a PDF format (via Acrobat), punctuation marks at the end of sentences, such as periods and commas, disappear.

This bug poses significant risks for professional publications, including books, advertisements, and any other design projects using Hebrew text with Block Text Alignment. Missing punctuation in exported files leads to errors that can severely impact the quality of publications.

The issue has been widely reported among advertising agencies and graphic design studios in Israel, where Hebrew is commonly used in publications.

To help illustrate the issue, I have attached a screenshot showing the InDesign layout (left) and the exported PDF (right), where punctuation marks are missing.

I kindly request your team to prioritize this issue and address it in future updates, as it is critical for ensuring the reliability of the software for Hebrew-speaking users. Please let me know if further details or examples are needed to facilitate troubleshooting.

Thank you for your attention to this matter.

eldad