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JBruins
Inspiring
Jul 20, 2026 5:51 PM UTC
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Marquee tool not working

Whenever I try to use my rectangular marquee tool, I get this:

I am using version 27.8.0 on a Win 11 machine. I have been careful to make sure the correct layer is selected. I have no trouble with the lasso tools or select and mask, or with the other marquee tools. What is happening here?

    Semaphoric
    SemaphoricCorrect answer
    Community Expert
    Jul 20, 2026 5:59 PM UTC

    In the Options for the Marquee. be sure feathering is set to zero:

     

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    JBruinsAuthor
    Inspiring
    Jul 20, 2026 6:24 PM UTC

    I love simple fixes! Thanks.

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    Semaphoric
    Community Expert
    SemaphoricCommunity ExpertCorrect answer
    Community Expert
    Jul 20, 2026 5:59 PM UTC

    In the Options for the Marquee. be sure feathering is set to zero:

     

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