Selection tool won't select items in file

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January 27, 2026
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Started out of the blue yesterday - I cannot get my selection tool back to normal. It won’t select items in file due to this little box hanging out with is - see image. How do I get my standard selection tool back?

Correct answer Peter Spier

Try resetting the prefs. See Reset InDesign Preferences and Other Troubleshooting

Peter Spier

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Try resetting the prefs. See Reset InDesign Preferences and Other Troubleshooting

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