NX Realize Shape > Displaying subdivision geometry > Allow Backside Selection
Allow Backside Selection
Use the Allow Backside Selection command to select control cage elements hidden behind other elements.
When active, you can select cage elements that are behind other subdivision geometry. This option is on by default.
When inactive, you cannot select any cage elements on the back side of control cage, even if you can see the element through the transparent cage.
Where do I find it?
Application
Modeling
Task environment
NX Realize Shape
Command
**Allow Backside Selection **
Learn more
Displaying Cage and Body Geometry
X-ray Cage
Show Weight
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- NX Realize Shape Preferences dialog box
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Allow Backside Selection, NX 2212 Series © 2023 Siemens
Source: https://docs.sw.siemens.com/en-US/product/209349590/doc/PL20220512394070742.xid851385/html/xid1124006/xid853143 · retrieved 2026-07-10