How to Remove Polyline in AutoCAD?

Understanding Polylines in AutoCAD

Polylines are essential geometric entities used extensively in AutoCAD for various drafting applications. They consist of multiple connected line segments and are often manipulated for design precision. Knowing how to remove or alter these polylines can enhance your workflow significantly.

Methods to Remove a Polyline in AutoCAD

Using the Erase Command

1. Open your drawing in AutoCAD.
2. Navigate to the Home tab on the toolbar.
3. On the Modify panel, click on the Erase icon.
4. When prompted to Select Objects, click on the polyline you wish to delete. You may also use a selection box for multiple entities.
5. Press Enter to confirm the selection. The selected polyline will be removed from the drawing.

Using the Delete Key

1. Click on the polyline to select it. You’ll notice the grips appear
2. Once selected, simply press the Delete key on your keyboard.
3. Confirm that the polyline has been successfully erased from your view.

Using the Undo Command

1. If you mistakenly delete a polyline, you can use the Undo command.
2. Type U or UNDO in the command line and press Enter.
3. This command will reverse the last action, restoring the deleted polyline.

Advanced Techniques for Deleting Polylines

Removing Parts of a Polyline

1. To remove a section rather than the entire polyline, type PEDIT in the command line and hit Enter.
2. Select the polyline you want to edit.
3. When prompted, choose the Polyline Edit options and select Join or other commands to manipulate specific segments.
4. Utilize the Trim command if necessary to cut specific parts.

Using the Trim Command

1. Initiate the Trim command from the Modify panel.
2. Select the cutting edges, for example, the parts of the polyline or other lines you want to cut against.
3. When prompted to Select objects to trim, click on the segments of the polyline you wish to remove.
4. Press Enter once finished, and the selected sections will be trimmed away.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Can I restore a deleted polyline in AutoCAD?

Yes, you can restore a recently deleted polyline by using the UNDO command. Simply type U or UNDO in the command line and confirm.

2. Is there a way to delete multiple polylines at once?

You can select multiple polylines by holding down the Shift key while clicking on the objects or by using a selection window. After making your selection, you can either use the Erase command or press Delete.

3. What if I accidentally delete the wrong polyline?

If you delete the wrong polyline, you can quickly undo your action by typing U for UNDO. This will restore the last action taken, including any deleted entities.