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Some third-party plugins offer free trials or free versions with limited functionality:

Send the newer native .indd file directly to the person using the older version of InDesign. Have them open the file via .

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: A free, browser-based editor that can open INDD files. You can drag and drop your file into the site to view it and then export it to other formats like PSD or PDF. VivaDesigner (Free Edition)

What if you don't have access to any version of InDesign? Perhaps you're on a computer without the software installed, or you've received an .indd file and need to convert it before sending it elsewhere. Several can help you convert InDesign files without installing any software.

In the "Save as type" (Windows) or "Format" (Mac) dropdown, select . Choose your destination folder and click Save .

The easiest way to down-save an InDesign file is to use the IDML format. IDML stands for InDesign Markup Language. Older versions of InDesign can open this file type without any issues. Steps to Save as IDML Open your project in the newer version of InDesign. Click on in the top menu bar. Select Export from the drop-down menu. Open the Save as type or Format menu. Choose InDesign Markup (IDML) from the list. Click Save to create your new file. How to Open the IDML File Launch your older version of InDesign. Click File and then click Open . Select the IDML file you just saved. InDesign will open it as a new, untitled document.

I can provide for your exact version of the software.