Using Selection Filters

You can use selection filters to filter out unwanted elements while you do a selection in the work area.

Note: The filters have no impact when you select elements from the tree.

Before you begin: Open a 3D Shape with a geometry containing various types of elements.
  1. Optional: Left-click and drag the section out of the action bar to have a more comfortable access to its functionality during the modeling.
  2. Click and to activate the points and curves filter.

    You can simultaneously activate the selection filters to combine them. However, you cannot combine the No Selection Filter and the Output Interface Selection Filter modes with any other mode. Activating one of these modes automatically deactivates all other modes.

  3. Use the Rectangle Selection Trap in the App Options panel and select elements in the work area.
  4. In the select bar, click to access more commands.
  5. Fine-tune your selection. You can, for example, keep a certain type of elements, select the parent element, or clear the selection.

    Depending on the specific situation, a large number of different options is available.

 

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