To select all elements of a single type (for example, all Walls, or all Windows), activate the corresponding tool, then use the Ctrl+A shortcut. Note: Select All will only select elements on the currently displayed story. To select all elements on screen (either in the entire window or inside a previously defined Marquee area) with the Arrow or Marquee Tool active, use the Ctrl/Cmd+A shortcut or the Edit > Select All command. Select All Elements (in Window or in Marquee) With any other tool active: Press Shift, then point at the desired element and click or drag the mouse to draw a rectangle around the element you want to select.įor more information on cursor shapes, see The Intelligent Cursor. With the Arrow tool active: Point at the desired element and click or drag the mouse to draw a shaded rectangle around the element you want to select.
