# tabIndex

> An integer used to sort focusable elements in the focus ring. Must be greater than or equal to zero.

## Definition

* **Type:** Property
* **Namespace:** [UnityEngine.UIElements](/engine/6000.6/script-reference/unityengine/uielements.md)
* **Assembly:** UnityEngine.UIElementsModule

```csharp
public int tabIndex { get; set; }
```

### Remarks

Setting the `tabIndex` value to less than `0` (for example, `−1`) removes the element from the focus ring and tab navigation.