How to Ungroup in AutoCAD 2021?

Understanding the Ungrouping Process in AutoCAD 2025

AutoCAD is a powerful design and drafting tool that allows users to manage complex drawings by grouping objects. Ungrouping these objects can sometimes be necessary for detailed editing or manipulation. This guide will walk you through the steps to ungroup items in AutoCAD 2025 effectively.

Steps to Ungroup Objects in AutoCAD

1. Open Your Drawing: Begin by launching AutoCAD 2025 and opening the drawing containing the grouped objects you wish to modify.

2. Access the Home Tab: Navigate to the Home tab located in the top ribbon of the interface. This is the main area where most tools are located.

3. Locate the Ungroup Option:

   • Look for the "Groups" panel.
   • Within this panel, you will see the "Group" command. Click on it to reveal more options, including "Ungroup".

4. Select the Group to Ungroup: After clicking on "Ungroup," you will be prompted to select the grouped objects you want to disassociate. Click on one of the objects within the group to select it.

5. Execute the Command: Upon selecting the object, press the Enter key or click the right mouse button to execute the ungroup command. The group will be broken apart, allowing individual objects to be edited or manipulated.

Using Keyboard Shortcuts for Quick Ungrouping

If you prefer a faster approach, AutoCAD provides a keyboard shortcut to streamline the ungrouping process:

• Use CTRL + SHIFT + G: Simply hold down the CTRL and SHIFT keys while pressing G. This keyboard shortcut performs the same action as the menu method, ungrouping the selected items immediately.

Ungrouping Hatches in AutoCAD

Hatches may require a different approach than standard objects:

1. Access the Hatch Features: Type the command hatchedit in the command line and press Enter.

2. Modify Hatch Options: In the properties that appear, look for an option labeled "Separate Hatches." Uncheck this box to disassociate hatches from the existing group.

3. Finalize Changes: Make sure to apply the changes to see the effect on your drawing.

Handling Multiple Groups

If you need to ungroup multiple groups at once, follow these steps:

1. Command Prompt Method: Type classicgroup into the command prompt and press Enter. This command allows you to manage multiple groups effectively.

2. Select and Explode Each Group: You can also open the dialog box to select each group individually, then use the "Explode" command to break apart all the selected items.

Ungrouping in Draftsight and Other Software

While this guide focuses on AutoCAD, understanding how to ungroup in other applications like Draftsight can be useful:

• Draftsight Method: Navigate to Tools > Entity Group > Quick Ungroup, or type QuickUngroup in the command line. Then select the entity you wish to ungroup.

FAQs

1. Can I undo the ungrouping process?
Yes, if you accidentally ungroup objects you want to keep together, you can use the Undo command (CTRL + Z) to revert your last action.

2. What if I need to group objects again after ungrouping?
To regroup objects, select them while holding the Shift key, then navigate to the Groups panel and click on the "Group" command, or use the keyboard shortcut CTRL + G.

3. Can I edit individual objects in a group without ungrouping?
Yes, you can use the "Group Edit" feature found in the Home tab to add or remove objects from a group without fully ungrouping them. Just select the group and proceed to make your edits.