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Gooba67
Gooba67
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Oct 24, 2026 12:03 PM UTC
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Hidden Application page

Quite often on Indesign the top bar of the application page is hidden at the top. And i cant move it down, as the function is at top right. Its a pity there isnt a hotspot for this at the bottom or side, so you can drag the page down more centered onto the screen. Yes I do have two screens, but when it happens i have to unplug the screen then readjust and then plug back in. Much easier if there was a hotspot!

    Eugene TysonCorrect answer
    Community Expert
    Oct 24, 2026 12:35 PM UTC

    Windows

    1. Make sure InDesign is the active application.
    2. Press Alt + Space then M(Move).
    3. Press the Down Arrow key to start moving the window.
    4. Move your mouse downwards to bring the window back onto the screen, then click to position it.

    Alternatively, press Windows + Shift + Left/Right Arrow to move the application window between monitors. Windows + Up Arrow can also maximise the window.

     

    macOS

    1. Try Window > Application Frame in InDesign. Toggle it off and back on to see whether the window repositions itself.
    2. Hold Option and double-click a visible corner of the application window. This can resize the window and bring its title bar back into view.
    3. Open Mission Control (F3) and try moving the InDesign window to the other display.
    4. Alternatively, go to System Settings > Displays and temporarily change the display resolution or arrangement. This can expose the hidden title bar so you can drag the window back into position.

    This is a known issue with InDesign, particularly on Macs using multiple monitors. There's no need to unplug a display every time it happens.

    If it keeps recurring, I'd also check the display arrangement and scaling settings, as they may be contributing to the problem.

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    Abhishek Rao
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    Abhishek RaoCommunity Manager
    Community Manager
    Oct 26, 2026 3:08 PM UTC

    Hi @Gooba67,


    Just following up to check whether you had a chance to try the suggestions shared by our Community Expert.

    Could you please confirm if the issue with the InDesign application window being partially hidden has been resolved, or if you're still experiencing it?

    If the issue persists, please let us know so we can investigate further and assist you accordingly.


    Looking forward to your update!


    Best,
    Abhishek

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    Eugene TysonCommunity ExpertCorrect answer
    Community Expert
    Oct 24, 2026 12:35 PM UTC

    Windows

    1. Make sure InDesign is the active application.
    2. Press Alt + Space then M(Move).
    3. Press the Down Arrow key to start moving the window.
    4. Move your mouse downwards to bring the window back onto the screen, then click to position it.

    Alternatively, press Windows + Shift + Left/Right Arrow to move the application window between monitors. Windows + Up Arrow can also maximise the window.

     

    macOS

    1. Try Window > Application Frame in InDesign. Toggle it off and back on to see whether the window repositions itself.
    2. Hold Option and double-click a visible corner of the application window. This can resize the window and bring its title bar back into view.
    3. Open Mission Control (F3) and try moving the InDesign window to the other display.
    4. Alternatively, go to System Settings > Displays and temporarily change the display resolution or arrangement. This can expose the hidden title bar so you can drag the window back into position.

    This is a known issue with InDesign, particularly on Macs using multiple monitors. There's no need to unplug a display every time it happens.

    If it keeps recurring, I'd also check the display arrangement and scaling settings, as they may be contributing to the problem.

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