# allowPersistentTargets

> Allows the tool to target persistent objects. This is only compatible with ScriptableObjects. When you develop tools that target persistent objects, let users know whether they're editing an in-scene or a persistent object.

## Definition

* **Type:** Property
* **Namespace:** [UnityEditor.EditorTools](/engine/6000.7/script-reference/unityeditor/editortools.md)
* **Assembly:** UnityEditor.CoreModule

```csharp
public bool allowPersistentTargets { get; set; }
```