[Home](./index.md) > [client](./client.md) > [HytopiaUI](./client.hytopiaui.md) > [freezePointerLock](./client.hytopiaui.freezepointerlock.md) ## HytopiaUI.freezePointerLock() method Freezes or unfreezes the pointer lock state. Preventing player inputs from automatically locking or unlocking the pointer. Esc key will still unlock the pointer - this is a system level feature that cannot be overriden. Pointer lock only affects Desktop devices. **Signature:** ```typescript freezePointerLock(freeze: boolean): void; ``` ## Parameters

Parameter	Type	Description
freeze	boolean	When `true`, the pointer lock will be frozen in the current state, preventing changes until `false` is passed again or player.ui.freezePointerLock(false) is called by the server.

**Returns:** void