Select from the 3D View

Select objects in the 3D View and 3D Drive 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 in the list.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • [Shift] + [Ctrl] + click - to remove an object from the selection set.

To undo a selection:

  • Right-click and select Clear Selection from the context menu. The last object selected is removed from the selection set.
  • Click any blank space in a graphic view.

To clear a 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

3D View

3D View Navigation

3D View Settings

Graphic Selection Methods