# Locking or Unlocking Layers

You can lock the currently selected layer to protect any objects on it from being changed. Once locked, you can unlock the layer to make changes to any objects on it.

To lock or unlock a layer:

- Select the layer you want to lock and click the unlock icon in the tab with the name of the layer you want to lock. Layers that are locked will display a lock icon to show that they’re locked.

Tip:

Other ways to lock or unlock a layer:

- Select Layer > Lock/Unlock Layer.
- In the Layer Toolbar, click the Lock/Unlock Layer button.
- Use the [Alt]+[L] shortcut.