# Common Issues (/docs/v0-1/story-portal/troubleshooting/common-issues)

## Overview [#overview]

This guide covers frequently encountered problems and their solutions when working with Living Stories Portal.

## Editor Issues [#editor-issues]

### Canvas Not Loading [#canvas-not-loading]

**Symptoms:**
- Canvas appears blank
- Elements not visible
- Editor not responding

**Solutions:**
- Refresh the page
- Clear browser cache
- Check browser console for errors
- Try different browser
- Check internet connection

### Elements Not Appearing [#elements-not-appearing]

**Symptoms:**
- Created elements don't show
- Scenes or interactions invisible
- Missing visual elements

**Solutions:**
- Check zoom level (may be zoomed out too far)
- Use "Fit to View" to see all elements
- Check layer visibility
- Verify elements were created successfully
- Refresh the page

### Selection Not Working [#selection-not-working]

**Symptoms:**
- Can't select elements
- Selection tool not responding
- Elements unselectable

**Solutions:**
- Check if element is locked
- Verify you're using correct tool
- Try clicking directly on element
- Check for overlapping elements
- Refresh the page

## Content Issues [#content-issues]

### Text Not Saving [#text-not-saving]

**Symptoms:**
- Scene text doesn't save
- Changes lost
- Content reverts

**Solutions:**
- Check auto-save status
- Manually save (Ctrl/Cmd + S)
- Check internet connection
- Verify permissions
- Check browser console for errors

### Formatting Lost [#formatting-lost]

**Symptoms:**
- Text formatting disappears
- Styles not applied
- Formatting inconsistent

**Solutions:**
- Reapply formatting
- Check editor mode
- Verify rich text editor is active
- Check for conflicting styles
- Try refreshing

## Flow Issues [#flow-issues]

### Connections Not Working [#connections-not-working]

**Symptoms:**
- Can't create connections
- Connections don't appear
- Flow not functioning

**Solutions:**
- Verify both elements exist
- Check element types are compatible
- Try recreating connection
- Check for validation errors
- Verify story structure

### Paths Not Accessible [#paths-not-accessible]

**Symptoms:**
- Can't reach certain scenes
- Paths seem broken
- Flow validation errors

**Solutions:**
- Check all connections are complete
- Verify entry points are set
- Ensure all sequences are connected
- Use flow validation tool
- Review story structure

## Getting More Help [#getting-more-help]

If these solutions don't resolve your issue:
- Check other troubleshooting guides
- Review error messages
- Contact support
- Check documentation

## Next Steps [#next-steps]

Learn about [Connection Problems](/docs/v0-1/story-portal/troubleshooting/connection-problems) for network-related issues.