Message: The layer is locked.
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QUESTION
I'm not able to place, select, rebuild, or delete objects. Instead, I receive one of the following messages:
- "#272032251 - The layer is locked. Items cannot be created or modified on locked layers. Do you want to unlock the layer?"
- "#272031031 - Roof planes layer is locked, cannot set auto-rebuild roof unless the lock is unchecked."
- "#272032284 - The Roof Planes layer is locked. No roof planes were deleted."
How do I resolve this issue?
ANSWER
Every item in Chief Architect is assigned a layer. For example, base cabinets are assigned to the "Cabinets, Base" layer when placed. When a layer has been locked, it prevents objects on that layer from being selected. New objects cannot be drawn on a locked layer, either. If you lock a layer and then attempt to draw a new object on that layer, a message box will ask you to unlock the layer.
Layers with objects that you need to see as a reference while working, but not select, are good candidates for locking.
For example:
- Locking the “Rooms” layer can make it easier to select objects located inside of rooms.
- Locking the “Roof Planes” layer can make it easier to select objects located under the eaves.
To lock or unlock layers
- Select Tools> Layer Settings> Display Options
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In Home Designer Pro select Tools> Display Options.
- In the Layer Display Options dialog that displays, notice the Lock column that is present. If a padlock symbol appears in this column for a selected layer, the layer is locked. Click on the padlock symbol to unlock the layer.
Note: You can also lock and unlock layers using the 'Lock' checkbox that displays under the Properties for Selected Layer section when a layer is selected or highlighted.
Some layers that are locked by default include:
- "Roofs, Gutters"
- "Roofs, Overhang Area"
- "Roofs, Ridge Caps"
- "Roofs, Trim"
- Click OK, then attempt to place, select, rebuild, or delete the original object.