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    Delete

    To... Do this

    Delete the selection.

    Select Edit > Delete, or press the Delete key.

    Delete components of a certain type from the selected objects

    Select an item from the Edit > Delete by Type submenu.

    Delete all objects of a certain type.

    Select an item from the Edit > Delete All by Type submenu.

    Related topics

    • Channels or Static Channels Options
    • Non-particle Expressions Options
    Parent topic: Create and edit objects

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