Modeling tool
Select
Select bodies, faces, edges, sketch profiles, sketches, and construction references for inspection or as inputs to another command.
Purpose
Select bodies, faces, edges, sketch profiles, sketches, and construction references for inspection or as inputs to another command.
Where to find it
Open Model and choose Select, or finish the active command to return to selection.
Selection
- Tap visible geometry in the viewport. Tap additional supported items when the next command accepts multiple selections.
- Use Bodies, Sketches, or References when overlapping geometry makes direct viewport selection difficult.
Steps
- Choose Select.
- Tap the required geometry and confirm the highlight and selection summary.
- Open the modeling command that will use the selection.
Options
Result
Selection changes editor state only. It does not add a History feature until a modeling command is applied.
Editing
Tap selected geometry again or clear the selection before choosing a different input.
Troubleshooting
The intended item cannot be selected.
Exit the active command, show the object in Browser, check selection filters, rotate the view, and tap the actual face, edge, or closed profile.