OK, thanks guys. Yes, it's a technique commonly used in other areas (CAD, Office etc). When the file is open, a second "~$..." file is created (usually hidden) which prevents anyone else from opening it (hence lock file). When the file is closed, the lock file is removed (so the file can b...

Hi!

Can inkscape generate a lock file when it opens, to prevent someone else opening that file?

I need this to prevent accidental loss of work - two of our team open the same file on our server, make different edits and save. The one who saves first loses their work.

Many thanks,
Ed