Open a file

  1. Choose File > Open.

    Figure 1. File Open dialog

    The Open and Save Document dialogs are based the native Windows File Open/Save dialogs, which gives easy access to files on your system.

    Note: If you want to use the old Open dialog, deactivate the setting Use Windows File Browsers in the Edit > Preferences > Global > Interface dialog.
  2. Locate the document. Click Open.

Opening a document usually updates graphics imported by reference, text insets, cross-references, and system variables (if any exist). Recently opened files are listed at the bottom of the File menu.

Messages alerting you to possible issues with the file sometimes appear. You can click OK and resolve the problems later.

Note: You can also drag-and-drop files from Windows Explorer to the document window, empty UI areas, toolbars, menu bars, or panels to open the files.