Copy selected text by dragging

Option-drag

  • Select the word in an editable document.
  • Hold Option, then hold the mouse button on the selection.
  • Drag to the destination while keeping the button held.
  • Drop first; keep Option held until the copy is placed.
  • Release Option. The original remains; a copy is at the destination.
Speed 1.25×

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