Selecting shapes within or partially within a circle

By using the Circular command, you can easily select shapes within or partially within a circle.

To select shapes within or partially within a circle

  1. On the Editing toolbar, click the arrow beside Selection Tools, and then click Circular.
  2. In the view pane, drag a circle over an area of interest.
    Tip: To add additional shapes to your selection, hold down the Shift key, and then drag another circle.
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