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January 16, 2018
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Why can't I see my open window in Indesign?

  • January 16, 2018
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All menus indicate that the window (document) is open, but it doesn't show. I can't see the toolbar on the right either, the one showing colors, layers etc. I haven't had this problem before.

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    Correct answer annikahemma

    I uninstalled it and reinstalled it, and now it works again!

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    Geоrge
    Legend
    January 16, 2018

    Do you have some China antivirus? One of my contacts have it and InDesign don't start normally as

    "All menus indicate that the window (document) is open, but it doesn't show".

    If yes - delete this animal.

    Remember, never say you can't do something in InDesign, it's always just a question of finding the right workaround to get the job done. © David Blatner
    Participant
    July 22, 2022

    Untrue, Im no professional but I find lots of stuff that indesign doesnt do because now its hinged to the internet and is buggy. My dad says he way preferred Quark, indesign was jst cheaper. Now its more expensive. Its the way of the world.

     

    Derek Cross
    Community Expert
    Community Expert
    January 16, 2018

    Which version of InDesign and OS?

    Try these things:

    1 Try pressing Tab

    2 Reset your Workspace

    3 Reset your InDesign Preferences

    Participant
    January 16, 2018

    I have Indesign 13.0.1 and Mac OS 10.13.2

    I've tried to reset preferences and workspace, and I still can't see my workspace. I don't have China antivirus either.

    annikahemmaAuthorCorrect answer
    Participant
    January 16, 2018

    I uninstalled it and reinstalled it, and now it works again!