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September 14, 2026
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When I export a PDF from InDesign, the file changes.

  • September 14, 2026
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I have placed a PDF into the file and cropped it. When I export my file to PDF, the way the PDF is displayed changes.

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    nik.m
    Community Manager
    Community Manager
    September 22, 2026

    Hi ​@Dimitris35249630njuz, just wanted to follow up to see if you’re still experiencing the same behavior or if you were able to find a solution. 

    If you’re still experiencing the same behavior, please share a screenshot of the Export Adobe PDF window so we can better understand the settings you’re using to export the file. Also, please let us know the version of InDesign you’re using along with your computer’s operating system, as requested earlier. 

    Thanks,

    Nikunj 

    nik.m
    Community Manager
    Community Manager
    September 14, 2026

    Hi ​@Dimitris35249630njuz, thanks for reaching out. We’re sorry you’re experiencing this issue.

    In addition to the information requested by Manan and Creative Explorer, please share your version of InDesign and your computer’s operating system.

    Please also share a screenshot of the Export Adobe PDF window so we can better understand the settings you’re using to export the file.

     

    Thanks,
    Nikunj

    justlearnskills
    Community Expert
    Community Expert
    September 14, 2026

    ​@Dimitris35249630njuz By any chance do you have the original source file versus using the the PDF which may help the export issues that you are seeing? If there is no other file than a PDF, I would look to see if there was a transparency flattening that is the issue? 

    m
    Community Expert
    September 14, 2026

    Share more information what changes. Any screenshots to understand the problem better?

    -Manan