How to attach a line to an object in InDesign?

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November 26, 2022
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Is it possible with InDesign to attach or snap a line to an object? That is, glue one end of a straight line to an object (a block of text let's say) and when I move that object, it pulls the line in the direction I move that object, but leaving the other end of the line stationary?

Thanks in advance.

How to

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Correct answer Eugene Tyson

Great options from @Peter Spier and @Steve Werner

Here's how I'd approach it.

Use the Direct Selection Tool ( White Arrow tool )- and marquee all that is to be moved - except the node that has to stay put.

Drag it down by clicking and dragging the Frame Edge

And you're done.

Also works when grouped.

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Eugene TysonCorrect answer

Community Expert

Great options from @Peter Spier and @Steve Werner

Here's how I'd approach it.

Use the Direct Selection Tool ( White Arrow tool )- and marquee all that is to be moved - except the node that has to stay put.

Drag it down by clicking and dragging the Frame Edge

And you're done.

Also works when grouped.

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giobdAuthor

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I get it! It works. Thank you!

Robert at ID-Tasker

Brainiac

Could be scripted...

Steve Werner

Community Expert

The only way I can think of doing it is to place one end of the line (created by the Line Tool) to touch the edge of the text frame. Then, select the line and click the small square (color of the layer) and drag it to anchor to the text frame (you'll see a small T icon).