Graphics Programs Reference
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Figure 3.13
Object mode
Edit mode
3.12 Selecting Vertices
While in edit mode, to select a single vertex, fi rst press the A key to deselect all the vertices.
In edit mode this does not deselect the object, only the vertices. Click with the RMB on a
vertex to select it. To select multiple vertices, hold down the Shift key while using the RMB
to click on them. You can also drag a window around the vertices. Press the B key and drag
a window to select a group of vertices. Pressing the C key will bring up a circular selection
tool. Holding the LMB and dragging the circle selects vertices on the move. Th e circle can
be sized by pressing the + or - keys on the number pad or scrolling the center mouse wheel.
Pressing Esc will get you out of the circular selection tool. In order to select all vertices or
deselect currently selected ones, press the A key once or twice.
Learning
Unit 3
Selecting
Vertices
3.13 Edit Mode Selection Options
By default, in edit mode, the selection mode is “Vertex.” You can also select “Edge” or “Face”
(Figure 3.14). Th ese options are available in the window header.
Learning
Unit 3
Vertices, Edges,
& Faces
Edge selected
Face selected
Vertex selected
Vertex
Edge
Face
Figure 3.14
