How to Remove Lasso Selection in AutoCAD 2025?

Understanding Lasso Selection in AutoCAD

Lasso selection in AutoCAD allows users to select objects in a freeform manner, enhancing flexibility in selection processes. However, some users may prefer to disable this feature for various reasons, such as enhancing workflow efficiency or due to personal preference.

Steps to Disable Lasso Selection in AutoCAD

1. Access the Options Dialog:

   • Start AutoCAD and look for the command prompt at the bottom of the workspace.
   • Type OPTIONS and press Enter. This will open the Options dialog box where various settings can be adjusted.

2. Navigate to the Selection Tab:

   • In the Options dialog, locate and click on the Selection tab. This tab contains several settings related to how selections are handled in AutoCAD.

3. Disable Lasso Selection:

   • Within the Selection tab, find the checkbox labeled "Allow press and drag for Lasso."
   • Uncheck this option to turn off the lasso selection feature.
4. Apply and Close:
   • After making your adjustments, click OK or Apply to save your changes and exit the dialog box.

Additional Selection Techniques in AutoCAD

If you’re reconsidering how selections can be made without the lasso tool, several alternative methods exist:

• Rectangular Selection:
  Click and drag a rectangle around the objects you want to select. This method is efficient for selecting multiple objects at once.

• Window Selection:
  This allows you to select only those objects entirely within the drawn rectangle. This can be activated by clicking from the upper left to the lower right.

• Crossing Window Selection:
  Dragging from the bottom right to the top left creates a crossing window, selecting objects that intersect the rectangle.

Customizing Selection Settings

Customizing your selection settings can further enhance your experience in AutoCAD:

1. Modifying Selection Cycling:

   • You can turn off the selection cycling display by entering SELECTIONCYCLING at the command prompt and setting it to 0. This can help streamline your selection process by minimizing visual clutter.

2. Changing Color and Appearance of Selections:

   • Right-click on selected objects and choose Properties. From the Properties palette, you can choose different colors and settings, allowing for distinct visibility of selected items.
3. Reviewing Highlight Options:
   • Within the Selection tab in the Options dialog, you’ll find options to enable or disable the preview of selected objects. Customizing these settings can make selections clearer and more intuitive.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Can I still use Lasso Selection after disabling it?
No, once you have unselected the option for lasso selection, the feature will be disabled. You will have to follow the same steps to re-enable it if needed later on.

2. What if I want different selection methods?
AutoCAD offers various selection techniques, including rectangular, crossing, and fence selections. You can easily switch between these methods based on your needs without relying on lasso selection.

3. How can I reset all selection settings to default?
To reset selection settings to default, return to the Options dialog and look for a Reset or Restore Defaults option, which will revert all customized settings back to their original state.