Can't place image in InDesign

[kdmcbride]

Hello,

I downloaded InDesign yesterday on my Mac and have set up my document. A few functionality problems came up that I've found work arounds for but the one "big" problem is that it won't let me place an image. I go to File and Place and nothing comes up. Nothing. Is there another way to bring an image in as I'm at a loss as how to continue with this project.

Thanks.

[c.pfaffenbichler]

Have you tried drag-and-dropping images from the Finder?

Have you tried restoring Preferences yet?

Set preferences in Adobe InDesign

[Om Nath Jha]

Hi Kim,

Were you able to fix the issue by resetting the preferences as suggested above? Feel free to update the thread if you still need assistance.

Regards,

Om

[Derek Cross]

What format is the image in?

Which version of InDesign and OS?

[kdmcbride · Accepted solution]

Thank you for the suggestions! A reboot of my computer seemed to solve many of the issues I was experiencing. Will revisit this thread should it begin to happen again.

[jane-e]

Another thing to try when you choose File > Place and nothing happens is this:

• Go to the Edit menu. If it says "Undo Replace", it means you had something selected and the new image went into another frame.
• If it does say "Undo Replace" then click it. Whatever was in the frame will be restored and your cursor will be loaded with the new image.
• To avoid this situation, deselect before choosing File > Place.