Marquee Tool
Create precise rectangular or elliptical selections for cropping and isolating sprite regions.
Selection
Shortcut: MBeginner3 min readQuick Reference
Marquee Tool
AsepriteKeyboard Shortcut
Mkey
Toolbar Location
Left toolbar — 1st group (Marquee, Lasso, Magic Wand)
Best Used For
- ▸Isolate objects for compositing and masking
- ▸Create precise cutouts for product photography
- ▸Define areas for targeted color correction
Beginner-Friendly⏱ 15–30 minutes to master
Key Settings
Draw:Switch mode:Fixed size:
The Marquee Tool creates precise selection boundaries. It can work in rectangular or elliptical mode for different selection shapes.
Where to Find It
Press M or select the Marquee Tool from the Selection group in the toolbar.
How to Use
- Draw: Click and drag to create a selection.
- Switch mode: Toggle between rectangle and ellipse in the toolbar.
- Fixed size: Set exact width and height in the options bar.
Pro Tips
- Hold Alt to draw the selection from its center.
- Use with Move Tool (V) to reposition selected pixels.