What Is Window and Crossing Window in AutoCAD?

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What Is Window and Crossing Window in AutoCAD?

When working with AutoCAD, it is important to understand the different selection methods available to efficiently select objects. Two commonly used selection methods are the window and crossing window. These selection methods allow you to quickly select multiple objects based on their location within a defined area.

Window Selection

The window selection method in AutoCAD allows you to select objects that are entirely enclosed within a rectangular area. To perform a window selection, follow these steps:

  1. Click on the Select button located in the toolbar or type “SELECT” in the command line.
  2. In the command line, you will see options for different selection methods. Choose Window.
  3. Click and drag your cursor from left to right to create a rectangular area on the screen.
  4. All objects completely enclosed within the defined area will be selected.

Tips for Window Selection:

  • Hold down the Shift key while performing a window selection to add more objects to your current selection.
  • If you accidentally deselect an object while performing a window selection, hold down the Shift key and click on the object again to reselect it.
  • To remove an object from your current selection, hold down the Shift key and click on it.

Crossing Window Selection

The crossing window selection method in AutoCAD allows you to select objects that are either completely or partially enclosed within a rectangular area. To perform a crossing window selection, follow these steps:

  1. Click on the Select button located in the toolbar or type “SELECT” in the command line. Choose Crossing.
  2. Click and drag your cursor from right to left or left to right to create a rectangular area on the screen.
  3. All objects that are either completely or partially enclosed within the defined area will be selected.

Tips for Crossing Window Selection:

  • Hold down the Shift key while performing a crossing window selection to remove objects from your current selection.
  • If you accidentally deselect an object while performing a crossing window selection, hold down the Shift key and click on the object again to reselect it.

Understanding how to use both window and crossing window selection methods will greatly enhance your productivity when working with AutoCAD. By incorporating these techniques into your workflow, you can quickly and accurately select multiple objects based on their location within a defined area.