Frequent Question: How Do I Select a Terminal in Linux?
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How do I select in terminal?

To select and copy a region of text using the keyboard in Terminal, select Edit -> Keyboard Selection -> Start Keyboard Selection, or (much easier) press Command-Option-Return. Nothing will appear to have changed, but the arrow keys will now move the cursor away from its current row, and back up into the prior output.

How do you select a line in Linux terminal?

Pressing Ctrl + Shift + Space will activate it. It’s got vim-like key bindings. v or V will select à la vim ‘s visual mode, y will yank, Esc will exit selection mode.

Maya Lin-Takahashi

Maya Lin-Takahashi

Consumer Tech & Gadget Reviewer

Maya is a hardware enthusiast who tests and reviews smart home devices, smartphones, wearables, and audio gear. She focuses on practical consumer value and build quality.

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