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How to Clear Cache in Adobe InDesign

Updated on:
June 5, 2026
By:
Madhav Bhandari
Use this interactive demo to learn how to clear cache in Adobe InDesign.

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Here’s a simple step-by-step guide to clearing the cache in Adobe InDesign on a Mac:

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  1. On a Mac desktop, open Finder, then select ‘Go’ from the top menu bar.
  2. From the menu, select ‘Go to Folder.’
  3. In the search field, type ~/Library/Caches/ to locate the folder.
  4. Then browse the list of caches and select com.adobe.InDesign
  5. Once found, select the cache folder to open it.
  6. Navigate to ~/Library/Preferences/Adobe/InDesign/ and delete the cache folders for your specific InDesign version.

📌 Why this matters

Clearing your cache solves frustrating performance issues like slow rendering, corrupted previews, and mysterious crashes that derail your design workflow. Beyond the immediate fix, cached files accumulate design history from countless projects, potentially exposing client work to anyone accessing your machine.

Regular cache clearing also prevents version conflicts when collaborating on shared documents, since outdated cache data can override newer changes from teammates. You'll notice faster startup times and more reliable auto-recovery features, making your design process smoother and more secure.

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