Lock or unlock graphic elements

Lock graphic elements to prevent them from moving when developing a screen or the definition of an Add-On Graphic. Locked graphic elements cannot be selected or affected by keyboard or mouse input. Locking a graphic element does not affect the application on the HMI device. Locking screens and popups is not supported.
To lock or unlock a graphic element:
  • In the
    Graphic Explorer
    , point to the graphic element.
    • To
      lock
      a graphic element, select
      Unlock
      Icon: View Designer Unlock Icon.
      Unlock
      changes to
      Lock
      Icon: View Designer Lock Icon to indicate the graphic element is locked.
    • To
      unlock
      a graphic element, select
      Lock
      Icon: View Designer Lock Icon.
      Lock
      changes to
      Unlock
      Icon: View Designer Unlock Icon to indicate the graphic element is unlocked.
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