Manage automatic pen tool switching

Paskutinį kartą atnaujinta 2026-08-07

Learn how to temporarily override automatic Pen tool switching using keyboard shortcuts in Adobe InDesign.

Override automatic Pen  tool switching in InDesign to control tool behavior while editing paths. Holding a tool shortcut key prevents automatic switching and allows precise edits. This helps avoid unintended changes when working with paths.

Select the Pen  tool. 

Hold a tool shortcut key, such as A for Direct Selection.

Make edits while holding the shortcut key.

Release the shortcut key to return to the Pen tool.