# Is there something like a “lasso” tool?

**URL:** <https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/is-there-something-like-a-lasso-tool/7138>\
**Category:** Modeling Questions\
**Created:** [April 10, 2020, 2:37am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/is-there-something-like-a-lasso-tool/7138 "2020-04-10T02:37:51Z")\
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**Author:** ![BuilderSmurf](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/b/2bfe46/32.png) [@BuilderSmurf](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/BuilderSmurf)\
**Post date:** [April 10, 2020, 2:37am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/is-there-something-like-a-lasso-tool/7138/1 "2020-04-10T02:37:51Z")

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Sorry for the very basic question, I am just getting started.

I have the design of a swimming machine… ideally I want to move a bunch of objects around and am trying to find a simple way of selecting many objects.

I can’t find a clever way of grouping them together…  
When I use the “union” tool , I can’t seem to get the objects apart again…

Simple questions… apologies. Any help greatly appreciated.

I looked at the “selection” video but that did not do the trick…

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**Author:** ![BuilderSmurf](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/b/2bfe46/32.png) [@BuilderSmurf](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/BuilderSmurf)\
**Post date:** [April 10, 2020, 2:43am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/is-there-something-like-a-lasso-tool/7138/2 "2020-04-10T02:43:31Z")

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Wanted to share the initial design. I want to move the ‘sled’ assembly over the tracks and position it correctly. But for that I need to be able to easily select all the objects that make up the ‘sled’…

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**Author:** ![Gelphyn](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/g/db5fbb/32.png) [@Gelphyn](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Gelphyn)\
**Post date:** [April 10, 2020, 5:45am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/is-there-something-like-a-lasso-tool/7138/3 "2020-04-10T05:45:23Z")

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@BuilderSmurf  
A ‘Lasso’ Tool is not available at present. This is an often requested feature so if deemed to add value will likely be on the list for action.

You can improve organisation by opening clicking on the **Items Icon** , next to the Undo/Redo Icons at the bottom left of the Screen.  
You will find the Bodies that comprise your ‘Tracks’ and other Components there as Body 01; Body 02; etc.  
Select each Body in turn, by clicking on the text [Body 01 etc], until you have selected everything needed.  
Clicking on the text again will Deselect.  
When your selections are completed click on the Folder with ✚ sign at the bottom of the Items pane.  
The Selected Items will be placed in a Folder.  
Now is the time to Rename the Folder by gently swiping the Vertical Bar ‘|’ at the extreme right end next to the Eye Icon to the left.  
Use the Blue ‘Pencil & Paper’ Icon and Rename the Folder to, say, **Track Assembly** or title of your choice.  
**EDIT** : Got the Track and Sled mixed up, but hopefully you will get my meaning.  
Select this Folder and all the content will be highlighted.  
Test Move the Selected Items and if any are left behind hit the **Undo Button** and then, within Items, Drag [press on the item to be moved and holding down drag to the appropriate location] the missing Body(ies) into the ‘Track Assembly’ Folder. Navigate separate Lists by moving to the top and pausing but keep holding while you do.

Following this you could Rename the Bodies in the Track Assembly Folder, then proceed to Rename everything in your Design?

If you need further help just shout.

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**Author:** ![BuilderSmurf](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/b/2bfe46/32.png) [@BuilderSmurf](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/BuilderSmurf)\
**Post date:** [April 10, 2020, 4:41pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/is-there-something-like-a-lasso-tool/7138/4 "2020-04-10T16:41:34Z")

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Hey - you are awesome. Thanks for taking the time to explain this to me - fully understood what you mean and I will try this. A big… THANK YOU!

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**Author:** ![Matyi](https://sea2.discourse-cdn.com/flex002/user_avatar/discourse.shapr3d.com/matyi/32/8191_2.png) [@Matyi](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Matyi)\
**Post date:** [June 18, 2021, 5:39am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/is-there-something-like-a-lasso-tool/7138/5 "2021-06-18T05:39:07Z")

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With version 4.6 we now have area selection available:

> [@iPad - 4.6 - Area Selection tool for Apple Pencil](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/ipad-4-6-area-selection-tool-for-apple-pencil/13357):
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> Hi everyone! [4.6](https://apps.apple.com/hu/app/shapr-3d-cad-modeling/id1091675654) is out rocket That means it’s time to get in gear with your Apple Pencil. You can finally use the Area Selection tool with the Apple Pencil, not just the mouse or trackpad. Simply long-tap the screen and drag right or left to select a handful of items in the design space at once. For more details, [hop over to our article](https://support.shapr3d.com/hc/en-us/articles/115001443413-How-do-I-select-objects-in-my-design-). [Area\_Selection\_included\_Pencil\_eg] What’s more, we reworked some features: We removed live chat support from the app. Judging by the numbers, most o…

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**Author:** ![gert](https://sea2.discourse-cdn.com/flex002/user_avatar/discourse.shapr3d.com/gert/32/8181_2.png) [@gert](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/gert)\
**Post date:** [June 22, 2021, 10:51am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/is-there-something-like-a-lasso-tool/7138/6 "2021-06-22T10:51:55Z")

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area selection doesn’t seem to work with my ipad pro and apple pencil 2. I’m lontapping the screen, but no matter how long, when I start dragging it doesn’t do anything

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**Author:** ![Matyi](https://sea2.discourse-cdn.com/flex002/user_avatar/discourse.shapr3d.com/matyi/32/8191_2.png) [@Matyi](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Matyi)\
**Post date:** [June 22, 2021, 10:54am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/is-there-something-like-a-lasso-tool/7138/7 "2021-06-22T10:54:10Z")

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@gert could you please check your app version? We are in phased release with 4.6 and it may not have auto updated for you yet. If it’s not 4.6, you can manually update in the App Store.

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**Author:** ![gert](https://sea2.discourse-cdn.com/flex002/user_avatar/discourse.shapr3d.com/gert/32/8181_2.png) [@gert](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/gert)\
**Post date:** [June 22, 2021, 11:02am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/is-there-something-like-a-lasso-tool/7138/8 "2021-06-22T11:02:15Z")

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that was it, thnx, didn’t look in the right place for updates!