To merge two frames in InDesign, you utilize the Pathfinder Options available within the Object menu. This feature, which comes straight from Adobe Illustrator, allows you to combine selected paths (like the outlines of your frames) in various ways.
Steps to Merge Frames Using Pathfinder
Based on the provided information, the process involves selecting the frames you wish to combine and accessing the Pathfinder features:
- Select the Frames: Start by selecting both frames that you want to merge. You can do this using the Selection Tool (V).
- Navigate to the Object Menu: With the frames selected, go to the top menu bar and click on
Object. - Access Pathfinder: In the dropdown
Objectmenu, you will findPathfinder. Hover over or click onPathfinderto reveal the availableOptions.
The Pathfinder options allow you to perform operations like adding the areas of the selected frames together (similar to a Union or Unite operation), subtracting one frame from the other, finding the intersection, etc. Choosing the appropriate option will merge the selected frames into a single shape based on your selection.
By following these steps, you can use the Pathfinder functionality in InDesign to combine the shapes of your frames.
