AutoCAD is a powerful software used by professionals in various industries for drafting and designing purposes. However, sometimes certain features can be a bit overwhelming or intrusive, such as the Quick Select tool. If you find yourself in need of turning off Quick Select in AutoCAD, this tutorial will guide you through the process step by step.
What is Quick Select?
Before we dive into the steps, let’s quickly understand what Quick Select is. Quick Select is a tool in AutoCAD that allows you to select objects based on specific criteria. It enables you to narrow down your selection quickly and efficiently.
Step 1: Accessing the Options Dialog Box
To turn off Quick Select, you need to access the Options dialog box. You can do this by clicking on the Application Menu (the big red A icon) located in the top-left corner of the AutoCAD window. From the drop-down menu, select Options.
Step 2: Navigating to Selection tab
In the Options dialog box, you will find a list of tabs on the left-hand side. Click on the Selection tab to proceed.
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If you are using an older version of AutoCAD, instead of the Selection tab, look for “User Preferences” or similar options.
Step 3: Modifying Selection Settings
In the Selection tab, you will see various settings related to object selection. Scroll down until you find “Selection Modes”.
Under this section, you will see an option labeled “Use Shift to Add to Selection. “
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Select Objects: Enables you to select objects by clicking on them individually.
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Select Window: Allows you to select objects within a defined window area.
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Select Crossing: Enables you to select objects that cross the window area.
To turn off Quick Select, make sure that none of these options are selected. Simply uncheck the box next to “Use Shift to Add to Selection.”
Step 4: Saving Changes
Once you have unchecked the box, click on the Apply button located at the bottom-right corner of the Options dialog box. This will save your changes without closing the dialog box.
If you are satisfied with your changes and want to exit the Options dialog box, click on the OK button instead. This will save your changes and close the dialog box.
Congratulations!
You have successfully turned off Quick Select in AutoCAD. Now, when you use selection tools, such as clicking and dragging or using a window or crossing selection method, AutoCAD will not activate Quick Select automatically.
The ability to customize various features in AutoCAD is what makes it an exceptional software for professionals in different industries. By turning off Quick Select, you can have more control over your selection process and ensure a smoother workflow.
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If you ever need to re-enable Quick Select in AutoCAD, simply follow the same steps mentioned above and check the box next to “Use Shift to Add to Selection.”
We hope this tutorial has been helpful in guiding you through turning off Quick Select in AutoCAD. Happy drafting!