Select from 2D Views

Select objects in the Plan View and Profile View using these standard methods, or graphic selection methods.

To select all objects:

  • Select Select All in Home > Selection.
  • Press [Ctrl] + [A].

To select individual objects:

  • Move the cursor over an object in the view and click. If there is more than one object within the pick aperture, a list of objects from which you can select appears. Select the object you need.
  • Click the name of the object in the Project Explorer.

To select a group of points or observations:

  • [Ctrl] + click - to add an object to the selection set
  • [Shift] + [Ctrl] + click - to remove an object from the selection set
  • Click and drag (from left to right) - to select objects within the window.
  • Click and drag (from right to left) - to select all objects within or crossed by the window.

To undo a selection:

  • Right-click and select Clear Selection from the context menu. All objects are removed from the selection.  
  • Click any blank space in a graphic view. This deselects everything.

To clear the selection:

  • Right-click the selected point or group of points and select Clear Selection.
  • Click in an empty area of a graphic view.

Related topics

2D View Navigation

Graphic Selection Methods

Filter a View