Fly-Out Panel

[T_the_K]

My InDesign CS3 fly-out tool panels do not open.  I have VMWareFusion, so that I can use Windows Adobe on my Mac.  This problem just occurred today when I upgraded to VMWare 10.  Any suggestions?  Thank you for any help. 

[Mike Witherell]

Although I'm doubtful that an 11 year old version of InDesign will be compatible on a new version of VMWare on Mac, you should consider experimenting with this:

1. Try clicking on a different workspace, just to make sure the commands aren't being hidden by a workspace setting.

2. Trash preferences and restart InDesign.

[T_the_K]

I'm sure you are correct about my old version not being compatible.  I did not think of this when I upgraded. 

I still have CS 3 because I only use it for a church newsletter and a few personal things.  I upgraded to VMWare 10 because VMWare 7 stopped working a few days ago.  The rep said 7 is not compatible with Sierra, although it worked fine for 3 months. 

I only know InDesign basics.  Could you tell me how to click on a different workspace and how to trash preferences?  Sorry I am so unknowledgeable, and I certainly appreciate any help.

[Steve Werner]

Window > Workspace should show different workspaces. You can also Reset [current workspace]

I believe these were in CS3, as I recall.

Restoring preferences:

Trash, Replace, Reset, or Restore the application Preferences

[T_the_K]

Thank you, Steve.

My workspace shows Basic, Default Workspace, New and Improved in CS3, Printng and Proofing, Reset Menus, Reset Panels and Save Workspace. 

What should I choose, and should an InDesign file be open when I do this?

[Steve Werner]

Most of don't have CS3 installed anymore. We can make suggestions...you'll have to experiment to see if they work.

[T_the_K]

OK.  I'll try them all.  Thanks.

[T_the_K]

I tried everything and something worked.  Now my fly-out panels are opening!   

One last question.  My palette docks now have moved so far to the right side of my monitor screen that they are partially off the screen.  When I try to pull them back to the left, I just stretch the palettes.  Does anyone know how to get hold of them and actually move them to the left? 

[Barb Binder]

I would start by maximizing your InDesign Window. If that doesn't work, reset your workspace. Either the InDesign window is too large and extending past the right edge of your display, or your panels are undocked.

~Barb