[Home](./index.md) > [client](./client.md) > [HytopiaUI](./client.hytopiaui.md) > [lockPointer](./client.hytopiaui.lockpointer.md) ## HytopiaUI.lockPointer() method Controls pointer lock for your UI. When locked, the cursor is hidden and mouse movement controls the camera. Call with `true` when hiding your UI so players can control the camera, `false` when showing UI that needs cursor interaction. Pointer lock only affects Desktop devices. **Signature:** ```typescript lockPointer(lock: boolean, maintainInput?: boolean): void; ``` ## Parameters

Parameter	Type	Description
lock	boolean	`true` to lock pointer and hide cursor, `false` to unlock and show cursor
maintainInput	boolean	_(Optional)_ When `true`, keyboard movement/inputs for gameplay still work while pointer is unlocked (default: `false`)

**Returns:** void