Lasso Tool Question. Resolved.

Peter · **Posted:** Wed Jul 04, 2018 11:06 am **(#1)**

GIMP Version: 2.10
Operating System: Windows
GIMP Experience: Experienced User

In GIMP 2.10, when using the "lasso" tool, why is it when I circle something I don't see the "marching ants" until the tool is de-selected?

I can't find a setting for this.
In GIMP 2.8, the "marching ants" is seen as soon as the selection is completed.

Blighty II · **Joined:** Sep 23, 2016 **Posts:** 317

Peter wrote:

In GIMP 2.10, when using the "lasso" tool, why is it when I circle something I don't see the "marching ants

In 2.10 you need to press Enter to complete the selection.
After completing the "circling" you can alter the anchor points and then press Enter

Peter · **Posted:** Wed Jul 04, 2018 12:10 pm **(#3)**

Thank you very much. Glad it was a simple answer.

DeputyBrenda · **Joined:** Feb 10, 2022 **Posts:** 3

I find it confusing in the upgrade also. This would drive newbies nuts. Although it offers more functionality for advanced users, it's hard on starters, potentially giving OSS a bad reputation. I would suggest a re-pondering of this odd behavior. Note that Enter seems more likely to work the further the mouse cursor is away from the (intended) meet point.