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from_outland
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Jun 29, 2026 4:18 PM UTC
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why i can't move illustrator file in indesign

i import golden ratio from illustrator to InDesign but i cant use illustrator file in indesign, why.

i can't move anything separately and i can't ungroup

 

 

leo.r
leo.rCorrect answer
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Jun 29, 2026 4:34 PM UTC

i can't move anything separately and i can't ungroup

 

When you place an Illustrator in InDesign, the placed object is a single entity. 

 

You can copy-paste from Illustrator, then you can manipulate single objects.

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leo.r
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leo.rCommunity ExpertCorrect answer
Community Expert
Jun 29, 2026 4:34 PM UTC

i can't move anything separately and i can't ungroup

 

When you place an Illustrator in InDesign, the placed object is a single entity. 

 

You can copy-paste from Illustrator, then you can manipulate single objects.

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