Is it possible to have a block (as in "rectangular") selection in xterm?
If yes, is it assigned by default to a key/mouse binding or does it have to be assigned separately?
Thanks :) Sorin
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I don't believe there's any such support in xterm, I'm afraid.
Brian Agnew
2009-08-05 09:15:47
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I'm using an xterm through putty - I find that block selection is possible . Just hold down ALT key while making your selection with mouse - it will select a rectangular portion as u wanted !
shan23
2009-12-09 08:10:50
No, you're using PuTTY and TERM=xterm (default). That's a PuTTY feature.
graywh
2010-03-02 16:48:14
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You can use a terminal text editor such as Vim to make selections. First you have to save your text in a file, then edit it with a text editor. In Vim, press Control+V, then use Up and Down arrow keys.
Philip Ganchev
2010-01-15 07:46:09