# Selecting Scoped Flow

Scoped Flow is the potential flow through a function, removing any flow that is not in the selected scope. This is useful for determining how to reach a set of instructions.

## Forward and Reverse Scoped Flow

> Forward scoped flow is the set of addresses that can only be reached by passing through the Basic Block containing the current address.

> Reverse scoped flow is the set of addresses that must pass through the Basic Block containing the current address.

> To create forward or reverse scoped selections, use one of the following two actions, respectively:

> - From the menu bar choose Select Scoped FlowForward Scoped Flow
> - From the menu bar choose Select Scoped FlowReverse Scoped Flow

Provided by: Select By Scoped Flow Plugin

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