> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://docs.engagevr.io/engage/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://docs.engagevr.io/engage/advanced-features/modifying-objects/moving-an-object-by-selecting/moving-by-selection-on-a-desktop-device.md).

# Moving by selection on a desktop device

<figure><img src="/files/gUZ81Dv40faebn1AZiAl" alt=""><figcaption><p>Moving by selection on a desktop device</p></figcaption></figure>

1. Adjust your view so that the object is at the centre of the ENGAGE window.
2. Left click. If your cursor was inside the object bubble when you clicked, you activate the object bubble and the object's name is shown. If not, readjust your view and try again. For more information, see [Finding an object bubble](/engage/advanced-features/modifying-objects/finding-an-object-bubble.md).
3. Left click within the object bubble again to grab the object. Ensure that you release the left mouse button so that you can rotate the object.
4. Use the following controls to position the object:
   * Move your mouse to move the object.
   * Rotate the scroll wheel forwards and backwards to move the object further away and closer.
   * Hold the right mouse button and move the mouse to rotate the object.
5. Left click to place the object.

<figure><img src="/files/D70VNXLGelRRNtWQbNGn" alt=""><figcaption><p>Controls to move objects with a mouse</p></figcaption></figure>


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