Overview
Users of the Picture Wrangler plugin in InDesign 2025 may encounter an issue where the plugin fails to recognize the FPO volume, even when it is properly mounted. This problem is caused by an expired signing certificate. A ksd patch is available to resolve this issue until the next Xinet release, which will include a permanent fix.
Information
To resolve the FPO volume recognition and relinking compatibility issues with the Picture Wrangler plugin in InDesign 2025, follow these steps to apply the ksd patch:
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Backup the Current ksd Executable:
- Navigate to the directory where the ksd executable is located:
/usr/etc/appletalk/ksd
. - Create a backup of the current ksd executable file.
- Navigate to the directory where the ksd executable is located:
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Apply the ksd Patch:
- Obtain the ksd patch provided by the support team.
- Replace the original ksd executable with the patched version.
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Restart the Xinet Service:
- Open a terminal and execute the following command to restart the Xinet service:
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systemctl restart xinet
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Verify the Fix:
- Launch InDesign 2025 and check if the Picture Wrangler plugin now recognizes the FPO volume correctly.
Please note that while this patch resolves the immediate issue, it is recommended to update to the next Xinet release once available for further improvements.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What should I do before applying the ksd patch?
- Before applying the ksd patch, it is strongly recommended to make a backup of the current ksd executable located at
/usr/etc/appletalk/ksd
. - How do I restart the Xinet service after applying the patch?
- After replacing the original ksd executable with the patched version, you can restart the Xinet service by executing the command
systemctl restart xinet
in the terminal. - Will the patch fix all issues with the Picture Wrangler plugin?
- The patch specifically addresses the FPO volume recognition and relinking compatibility issues. It is recommended to update to the next Xinet release for further improvements and a permanent fix.
Priyanka Bhotika
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