Choose one of the following:
Rectangle
Creates a select area, or fence, by drawing a rectangle around points that you define. When you drag the mouse to define a rectangular fence, a dashed rectangular outline dynamically appears as you drag. When you reach the preferred size, release the mouse button to create the fence. The dashed fence outline disappears and the elements are selected.
Polygon
Creates a select area, or fence, by drawing a polygon around points that you define. Select to place the first point, select the remaining points to define the polygon. Points are placed when you release the mouse button. Right-click to end the polygon. The dotted outline disappears and the elements are selected.
Choose one of the following:
Inside
Specifies that elements inside the fence are selected.
Overlapping
Specifies that elements overlapped by the fence are selected, as well as elements inside the fence.
Choose one of the following:
Top Down
Specifies that groups of elements are located as opposed to individual elements in a group.
Bottom Up
Specifies that individual elements in a group are located as opposed to the whole group.
Locate Filter
Opens the Define Locate Filter Dialog where you can specify a filter for the selection of specific drawing elements. Filters allow you to select specific types of drawing elements, or all drawing elements.