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Using the arrow tool

Use the arrow tool to select entire objects by clicking them or by dragging to enclose them within a rectangular selection marquee.

Note: To select the arrow tool you can also press the A key. Temporarily switch to the arrow tool when another tool is active by holding down the Control (Windows) or Command (Macintosh) key.

To select a line, shape, group, instance, or type block:

Select the arrow tool and click the object.

To select connected lines:

Select the arrow tool and double-click one of the lines.

To select a filled shape and it's stroked outline:

Select the arrow tool and double-click the fill.

To select objects with a rectangular area:

Select the arrow tool and drag a box (marquee) around elements with the arrow tool. Instances, groups, and type blocks must be completely enclosed to be selected.

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