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Lag when using type tool, text takes multiple seconds to appear after typing

  • May 18, 2022
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As in the title, the type tool lags on documents after they are open for more than a few minutes. When I type in a text box, it takes 4-5 seconds before populating the typed text into the text box regardless of the number of characters. The longer I type, the longer it takes for the text to appear.

 

Before anyone recommends turning outline mode on, switching performace modes, or hiding layers to improve performance: I have tried. The current document is only 3.903kb, so the file size is not the issue either.

 

I have not had this issue up until the last couple versions. I am currently updated to v 26.3.1.

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Anubhav M
Community Manager
Community Manager
May 18, 2022

Hello @BabuJD,

 

Sorry to hear about this experience. I would request you to validate all fonts using Font Book by following these steps:

  • Open Font Book
  • Select All (Cmd + A)
  • File > Validate Fonts
  • Top left dropdown menu to 'Errors'
  • Tick > Remove Ticked

 

Kindly update this thread if the issue persists.

 

Thanks,

Anubhav

BabuJDAuthor
Participating Frequently
May 18, 2022

I'm on PC.

chanaart
Community Expert
Community Expert
May 18, 2022

If you are on a PC it is recommended to use a Font plug in so you can control it like we do on Font book on the MAC. Checkout https://www.extensis.com/connect/fonts?hsLang=en

Might help your productivity and font workflow 

Kevin Stohlmeyer
Community Expert
Community Expert
May 18, 2022

How many fonts do you currently have activated on your computer?

BabuJDAuthor
Participating Frequently
May 18, 2022

7 with CC, ~200 total wihich includes the default OS fonts.