InDesign 16.2.1 showing red bar on workspace

[Cindy5DA9]

Can't open more than one file in Indesign, get weird red or blue banner/line and when I scroll down the image lags and can't select certain files.

In my job, I have to get out multiple language files and it is easier to work in batches. How can I solve this as it is slowing down my work time!

 

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[darrene23733479]

Hi, I'm running latest CC version of InDesign and Mac OS Big Sur 11.3.1 (see image attached for full spec).

I keep getting red and or blue shapes appearing mainly around the edges but often diagonal and full screen, they disappear when you toggle window - but sometimes a restart is needed.I've made no changes and am working ona job that started a month ago without these issues. Can anyone explain whats going on and how it might be fixed?

Thanks in advance

[Geоrge]

This is known bug - https://community.adobe.com/t5/indesign/indesign-16-2-1-showing-red-bar-on-workspace/m-p/12065735#M4...

[justinc35710099]

I'm running Big Sur 11.4 on a 2017 MacBook Pro, using InDesign CC version 16.2.1. I've uninstalled/reinstalled application, turned off GPU as suggested and am still getting these color bars - HELP!

Very disrupting to work flow, have to restart InDesign every time - Adobe, you need to fix this!

[Eugene Tyson]

Uninstalling rarely does a good job. 

You should use the Cleaner Tool 

https://helpx.adobe.com/creative-cloud/kb/cc-cleaner-tool-installation-problems.html

Before you open any documents - ensure you turn off GPU Performance.

If it persists, check the setting with the Document open and see if it's on or off.

[justinc35710099]

Eugene Tyson, thank you for the cleaner tool suggestion - here's hoping it's the fix.

[Ashutosh_Mishra]

Hi Justin,

Sorry to hear about your experience. I hope your issue is resolved now. In addition to the suggestion given earlier by Eugene, I'd recommend enabling the Application Frame.

Additionally, I'd request you to upvote and add your comment on this InDesign UserVoice post & stay tuned for the updates.

Regards,

Ashutosh

[stepheng43874600]

Indesign 16.2.1

Big Sur 11.4

Macbook Pro 2018; 2.2 i7; Radeon Pro 555x

As I scroll down through pages they smear and corrupt on gpu preview, doesn't happen on CPU preview.

Has only started on 16.2.1

[BobLevine]

Known issue and discussed to death already. Please read the other discussions on this topic.

In the meantime, as you've already discovered, turn off GPU Performance while Adobe works on a fix.

[Srishti Bali]

Hi there,

Sorry about this trouble. Bob is right, a similar issue is reported by a few other users as well and the team is working on it. I would request if you could share a screenshot of how it looks at your end? Does it show a red bar on the workspace?

Regards,

Srishti

[BobLevine]

Turn off GPU performance

[defaultwbiwc0udsjox]

Hi all,

I've had some issues with InDesign 2021 where the screen either inside or outside the window goes yellow or red/blue randomly (see images). It doesn't seem to happen with 'GPU performance' switched off, but obviously that isn't ideal.

It has happened on both macOS Catalina and Big Sur.

I've tried removing the software and reinstalling, including removing preferences, but that doesn't fix it.

SPECS:

iMac (Retina 5K, 27-inch, Late 2015)

Processor:  3.3 GHz Quad-Core Intel Core i5

Memory:  24 GB 1867 MHzDDR3

Graphics:  AMD Radeon R9 M395 2 GB

Has anyone had similar problems with this software / computer / graphics card?

Thanks in advance.

[jmlevy]

It doesn't seem to happen with 'GPU performance' switched off, but obviously that isn't ideal.

Yes, it is a known bug when GPU performance is turned on.

[BobLevine]

Turn off GPU performance

[Laubender]

This issue should be fixed with the upcoming InDesign 16.3:

https://helpx.adobe.com/indesign/kb/fixed-issues.html

User experience improvements
When GPU is enabled in InDesign, the document display is affected on opening in an external screen.

https://indesign.uservoice.com/forums/601180-adobe-indesign-bugs/suggestions/43587417-red-stripes-in...

Regards,
Uwe Laubender

( ACP )

[johns87702332]

Hi all,

I've got a bizarre issue happening within InDesign v16.2.1. When I have one document open, and then open another, I get a static red strip appearing at the top of the page window (see screengrab), and my mouse cursor starts to go opposite. So, if I move my mouse to the right, the cursor goes left. 

I've recently upgraded to BigSur 11.2.3,  InD 16.2.1, and a Logitech MX Keys keyboard in the same week. It may be one or the other or a mix of all. It only affects Indesign - nothing else. Quitting InDesign is the only cure.

I've reinstalled InDesign twice, but it still happens. I think it may be a memory issue. Does anyone else have these same issues or know of any fixes?

Thanks

John

[Derek Cross]

Try unticking GP Performance under the GPU Performance tab in InDesign preferences.

[J E L]

I'm thinking this solution should be a sticky at the top of the forum, lol! 

[johns87702332]

Hi Derek,

It seems like this may have fixed it! Thanks so much for your help. I can actually get some work done now.

Cheers
John

[MattFid]

Bless you, sir.

[Laubender]

Hi together,

this issue should be fixed with InDesign 16.3:

https://helpx.adobe.com/indesign/kb/fixed-issues.html

The new update should be available for everyone soon.

A phased roll-out already has begun.

Depending on your country you should see it now or in a couple of days.

Regards,
Uwe Laubender

( ACP )

[laure A]

 I've been getting these strange streaks while working in InDesign

[BobLevine]

Turn off GPU Performance and keep an eye out for 16.3 update.

[Srishti Bali]

Hi all,

Fix for this issue is available in our latest update of InDesign (16.3.2) on Mac. Please update InDesign to the latest available update via Creative Cloud App and share your observations with us.

Regards,

Srishti

[straylight88]

Hello - I have 16.3.2 and still get this red bar issue.  Turning off GPU Perf is really not ideal.  Any word on when a better fix is coming?

thanks

Nancy

[Srishti Bali]

Hi there, 

Sorry to hear this. I have sent you a DM for details, please check.

Regards,

Srishti