Why can't I suddenly not see frames InDesign

[gamu_mac]

I am using InDesign CC 2017 on a Mac using OS 10.12.4. I can only see the frames when I click on the text with the pointer tool.   I want the option to leave the frames on, and have always been able to do this until now. I have the screen view set on normal at the bottom of the toolbox. Using View, Extras, Show frame edges doesn't work. Please advise.

[Barb Binder]

You already covered the two big reasons that frame edges aren't visible, so how about View > Overprint Preview? Is that turned on?

[MsModern]

Can you be more specific please. I have the exact same problem. The ToolBox just went "blind" , only the text box is "active", the rest are "not active". Please show a picture since I have the program in another language

[Barb Binder]

The ToolBox just went "blind" , only the text box is "active", the rest are "not active".

This does not sound like this same issue that was described by gamu_mac​, who simply reported that the frame edges were not longer visible.

A screen shot from you would be helpful here because I don't know what "the toolbox just went 'blind'" means. If the toolbox is no longer visible, try:

1. Window > Tools and/or
2. Window > Workspace > Essentials, followed by Window > Workspace > Reset Essentials

Or, if the software is misbehaving, trash your preferences: Troubleshooting 101: Replace, or "trash" your InDesign preferences

[gamu_mac · Accepted solution]

Overprint preview was on. I apologize for the late response. A day later there was an upgrade on InDesign from Adobe CC and the problem was fixed. I turn off and on viewing my frames by using the keystrokes command, option, shift, Y. That is working again.

[Barb Binder]

Great. I couldn't think of any other reason why the frame edges would be hidden besides Overprint Preview being on. Glad you are back on track.

[frankq93847107]

If you have View/Screen Mode/Preview selected, the frames won't show. It has to be set to normal (View/Screen Mode/Normal).

The other screen modes won't show frames (i.e. Bleed and Slug).

[defaultu2a9lnjmrc8g]

View - Extras - Show Frame Edges 

[mad�_6905]

I also experienced the same problem. I can't see Guides, Frame Edges, Text Threads etc. It turns out that solution is very simple. Activate Rulers (Click View » Show Rulers). Place the cursor on the Ruler. Then drag to the work field. Everything will return to normal.