diff --git a/src/aare/gui/panels/data_collection_settings.py b/src/aare/gui/panels/data_collection_settings.py
index c9c471d2..fc833c2c 100644
--- a/src/aare/gui/panels/data_collection_settings.py
+++ b/src/aare/gui/panels/data_collection_settings.py
@@ -98,6 +98,9 @@ class DataCollectionSettings(QFrame):
         ):
             self._stack.addWidget(panel)
             self._tab_bar.addTab(label)
+        # XRF hidden from users for now, not removed: index 3 stays valid so
+        # _on_tab_changed and the panel loops need no change. Unhide when ready.
+        self._tab_bar.setTabVisible(3, False)
 
         # Only meaningful for raster scans; hidden on the other tabs
         # (_on_tab_changed).