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Jul 25, 2026 · 1 min read · dmg dekels

Overlapping Selection Piercing Menu (Ctrl + Right-Click) (Unity 6)

Selecting a specific object hidden behind layered 2D sprites, overlapping UI elements, or clustered 3D physics colliders can be difficult.

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The Tip: Selecting a specific object hidden behind layered 2D sprites, overlapping UI elements, or clustered 3D physics colliders can be difficult.

How to Use: Hold Ctrl (or Cmd on macOS) and right-click directly over the overlapping objects in the Scene view. A depth menu appears listing all GameObjects directly under your cursor for instant selection.

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