deselect
Turn off option
To deselect is to reverse a selection—removing a highlight, checkmark, or chosen status from something previously selected.
In computing, you deselect a file by clicking elsewhere or holding a modifier key while clicking.
Deselect all the items you don't want to include.
In British politics, to deselect is to reject a sitting MP as a candidate for the next election.
Remove a checkmark
- untickRemove a selection mark
- unmarkRemove a selection indicator
- toggleTwo-position switch
- clickBrief sharp noise
tap · checkbox · radio button · highlight · cursor · dropdown · listbox · multiselect
Reverse a prior action
- revertReturn to earlier condition
- clearWithout obstruction or fog
- resetRestore to original state
- cancelRevoke or terminate
remove · exclude · omit · skip · bypass · ignore · discard · release
Choose not to participate
- declineDecrease or refuse
- passMove beyond or decline
- abstainDeliberately not do
- reconsiderThink about something anew
change mind · unsubscribe · reject · refuse · waive · forfeit · relinquish · back out
uncheck
Remove a checkmark
click · tap · checkbox · radio button · highlight · cursor · dropdown · listbox · multiselect · pointer
undo
Reverse a prior action
cancel · remove · exclude · omit · skip · bypass · ignore · discard · release · disengage
opt-out
Choose not to participate
reconsider · change mind · unsubscribe · reject · refuse · waive · forfeit · relinquish · back out · drop