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Selection Tool

The Selection Tool is used to select atoms or bonds for subsequent operations. Point to the atom or the middle of the bond and click.

To deselect an atom or bond, click on an empty space in the drawing window.  

Hold the shift key down to make multiple selections; alternatively click, hold, and drag to draw a rectangle around a fragment to select all atoms and bonds within that rectangle.

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