# SETLOCK

Lock a data input column to prevent users from entering data.

### Syntax

```javascript
SETLOCK([columns], value)
```

### Arguments

columns - array of data input columns or a single data input column that needs to be locked. Use with the [COLUMNS ](https://docs.inforiver.com/formula-syntax/identifiers/columns) keyword to select a particular column.

value - Boolean value used to control footer visibility. Set to TRUE to lock the data input field.

### Example

```
SETLOCK([COLUMNS.[Central > Projection], COLUMNS.[Central > Tax]], TRUE)
//Locks the Projection and Tax data input columns under the 'Central' region.
```

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Locking data input fields with scripts:

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