Unable to Select Objects in a Dense Design
If you click objects in a dense design and the layout editor does not select the object you want, try any of the following:
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If objects share the edge you chose, click again in the same place.
The layout editor selects another of the overlapping objects. - If possible, move the cursor closer to another edge of the object and click it.
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If possible, zoom in on the edge you want to select.
Use the View – Save/Restore – Previous View command to zoom out again after selecting the object. - Use the Palette assistant to turn off selectability for:
Related Topics
Troubleshoot Object Selection Issues
Troubleshoot Basic Editing Issues in Layout XL
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