LOCKUI (System Variable)

Locks the location and size of toolbars panels, and dockable windows such as DesignCenter and the Properties palette.

Type:Bitcode
Saved in:Registry
Initial value:0

Click the lock icon in the status bar to control whether the specified user interface elements are locked. This will apply to all the user interface elements selected in the arrow or right-click menu.

Locked toolbars and windows can still be opened and closed. To unlock them temporarily, hold down Ctrl.

The setting is stored as a bitcode using the sum of the following values:

Value

Description

0

Toolbars, panels, and windows not locked

1

Docked toolbars and panels locked

2

Docked or anchored windows locked

4

Floating toolbars and panels locked

8

Floating windows locked