Locked Notes

Locked notes prevent accidental edits to important content by making specific notes read-only. This feature protects finalized documents, reference materials, or archived content from unintended modifications.

This is available only for Pro License users.

The Basics

When a note is locked, it becomes completely read-only within Octarine. The editor displays the content but prevents any modifications, ensuring your important documents remain unchanged.

• Visual indication: Locked notes display a lock icon in the file tree and editor
• Content protection: All editing capabilities are disabled for locked notes
• Quick toggle: Lock and unlock states can be changed instantly
• External editing: Files remain editable through external editors if needed

Locking Notes

Lock a note using these methods:

• Context Menu: Right-click on a note in the file tree and select "Lock Note"
• Command Bar: With a note open, press Cmd/Ctrl + K and search for "Lock Note"
• Note Menu: Click the three-dot menu in the note editor and select "Lock Note"

Once locked:

• The note displays a lock icon in the file tree
• The editor becomes read-only with a visual indicator
• All editing shortcuts and actions are disabled
• Copy operations remain available

Unlocking Notes

To make a locked note editable again:

• Context Menu: Right-click the locked note and select "Unlock Note"
• Command Bar: Press Cmd/Ctrl + K and search for "Unlock Note"
• More options: Use the options menu in the note’s breadcrumb to Unlock the note.

The note immediately returns to its normal editable state with all editing features restored.