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September 17, 2026
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Export EPUB without lossing image placement

  • September 17, 2026
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I am working on a complex layout in InDesign 2026 that contains a large number of images and tables. When I export the file to an EPUB, all the images and tables are being pushed to the very end of the chapter (or book) instead of remaining in their original layout positions.Manually cutting and pasting the HTML code for every single asset in the exported EPUB is too time-consuming.Is there a specific export setting, native feature (like Object Anchoring), or an existing script that can automatically force images and tables to retain their inline positioning relative to the surrounding text during EPUB export? Any workflow tips or automation solutions would be greatly appreciated!

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    nik.m
    Community Manager
    Community Manager
    September 23, 2026

    Hi ​@Eager_style01f5, just wanted to follow up on this conversation to see if the suggestions helped. If not, please let us know and we’ll be happy to help further. 

     

    Thanks, 

    Nikunj  

    Participant
    September 17, 2026

    Are your mages anchored? They need to be anchored in order to export in place. 

    BobLevine
    Community Expert
    Community Expert
    September 17, 2026

    Complex documents such as the one you’re describing do not lend themselves to reflowable EPUB. You can try fixed layout but the reader apps for that format can be very flaky.