# isPrimary

> Gets a boolean value that indicates whether the pointer is a primary pointer. True means the pointer is a primary pointer. False means it isn't.

## Definition

* **Type:** Property
* **Namespace:** [UnityEngine.UIElements](/engine/6000.0/script-reference/unityengine/uielements.md)
* **Assembly:** UnityEngine.UIElementsModule

```csharp
bool isPrimary { get; }
```

### Remarks

A primary pointer is a pointer that manipulates the mouse cursor. The mouse pointer is always a primary pointer. For touch events, the first finger that touches the screen is the primary pointer. Once it is processed, a pointer event from a primary pointer generates compatibility mouse events.