Locking UI elements

Locking a UI element's position on the canvas can be useful for background elements that you want to stay in place. You can lock a UI element by selecting it and choosing "Lock (control name)" from the context menu, or from the Edit menu in the Toolbar.

As a result, the UI element's position will be locked and you won't be able to select the UI element.

However, you can still select it by pressing CTRL/ while clicking on it. This allows you to edit the UI element (by pressing ENTER or double-clicking) or change its properties from the Property Inspector.

To unlock a UI element, right-click on it when your mouse cursor is over it or use the floating dialog that will appear if you click on the UI element.


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