Software:
Blender 2.79
Fast way to select every other element is to select a sequence like an edge loop or ring and than choose:
Select > Checker Deselect
This can be very helpful when needing to reduce the resolution of parts within a mesh.
Maya Edge Loop & Ring selection
Software:
Maya 2018
- Select the first edge in the loop or ring.
- Shift + Double Click the last edge in the loop or ring.
