Generally, people employs this tool for transmitting objects in and out of components inside a file. But, it can also be applied to copy from one file to another.
This tool can also be used to draw outside a group or component. Just choose Ctrl+X to cut, provide group/component and paste in place.
To learn how does this tool function, watch the following video tutorial.
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