Select an editable poly object. > Modify panel
Select an editable poly object. > Quad menu > Tools 1 quadrant > Top-level
Editable Poly (Object) functions are available when no sub-object levels are active. These functions are also available at all sub-object levels, and work the same in each mode, except as noted below.
Use the Selection rollout or modifier stack to access the different sub-object levels.

See Edit Geometry Rollout (Polymesh) for detailed descriptions of these controls.
See Interface for information on the Subdivision Surface rollout settings.
See Interface for information on the Subdivision Displacement rollout settings.
Paint Deformation lets you stroke elevated and indented areas directly onto object surfaces. For more information, see Paint Deformation Rollout.