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How to Lock Elements in Figjam

Updated on:
May 13, 2026
By:
Madhav Bhandari
Use this interactive demo to learn how to lock elements and backgrounds in FigJam.

Quick summary

Locking elements in FigJam prevents accidental movement or editing during collaboration. Use the lock feature via the toolbar icon, right-click menu, or keyboard shortcut to fix any element in place instantly.


Steps

  1. Select the element or group in FigJam that you want to lock in place.
  2. Click the lock icon above the element, or right-click and choose "Lock", or use Ctrl+Shift+L (Windows) / Cmd+Shift+L (Mac).
  3. Choose between "Lock all" or "Lock background" depending on what you want to restrict.
  4. The element is now fixed in place, preventing accidental movement or editing by collaborators.

📌 Why this matters

Locking elements in FigJam is essential for maintaining the integrity of collaborative boards, templates, and activity frames. When background elements or structural components are locked, team members can interact freely without accidentally moving or editing critical layout pieces. This feature is especially valuable for educators, facilitators, and designers who share FigJam boards with large groups. Using FigJam's lock feature ensures a cleaner, more controlled collaboration experience across all participants.
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