How do I unlink text boxes?

Question

I'm working on a file created by someone else who linked every single text box in a 40 page document. So editing a paragraph or image on page 5 affects the placement of text on page 30. When I try to unlink them all of the text disappears.

Is there a way to unlink all of the boxes without losing content?

Thanks

Mike Witherell · Accepted Answer

Try the built-in javascript in the Scripts panel called SplitStory.jsx.Here is some more info:https://indesignsecrets.com/how-to-split-long-story-into-smaller-pieces-unthreading-middle-story.php

TᴀW · Answer

If the book contains running text, it is normally a good idea to have all text frames linked, as in your file. And indeed, when making changes, one must be aware of how any changes can cause reflow, and fix things up accordingly.

However, if the text on each page really need not be connected to the next page, and you're sure you want to break the threads between the pages, there is a script that comes installed with InDesign called "Break Frame.jsx" which will do what you want. But even here, some reflow could happen, and some text could disappear (depending on the specifics of your layout), so use with caution.

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