Working with Objects > Selecting objects > Locking objects |
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Locking objects
Locked objects cannot be edited. However, you can set preferences to allow fill attributes and text in locked objects to be edited.
To lock a selected object:
Choose Modify > Lock to lock the object or click the Lock button in the Main toolbar.
The Lock button is dimmed, and the Unlock button is now available.
To unlock a selected object, do one of the following:
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Choose Modify > Unlock. The command is dimmed if the selection is not locked. |
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Click the Unlock button in the Main toolbar. |
The Unlock button is dimmed, and the Lock button is now available. |
To allow changing of fill and stroke attributes of locked objects:
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Choose Edit > Preferences. Click Object. |
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Select Edit Locked Objects to allow the stroke and fill attributes of locked objects, including text within a locked text block, to be modified. |
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Click OK. |
Note: Deselecting Edit Locked Objects prevents any changes. |
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