Loss of tool function for selected objects

[tmcm]

I am using AutoCAD LT 2011. I have had an unexpected loss of functions that is not restored by a system restart.

When I select objects, I can't get any of the tools to work on the preselected object ( The tools all work if I select the tool first and then select object to apply it to). And I can't change properties such as layer & colour of a preselected object.

Also I can't delete a selected object with the keyboard delete key, and I can't bring upthe MultiLine text editor with the usual double click of a text object.

It doesn't sound like a simple command reset as there is too many things involved. Can't find anything on options and drafting settings that is relavent. So it sounds like it might be a total reload of LT?

[ScottHodges · Accepted solution]

I would guess your pickfirst variable has been set to 0. Try setting it back to 1, or the other way round

[tmcm]

Thanks very much Scott.

I was just about to reinstall the software, so you have saved me alot of time.

I thought there would be a variable there but I couldn't find anything that worked myself.

Strange how some variables seem to reset themselves on their own.