How to Remove Grid Line in AutoCAD?

Understanding Grid Lines in AutoCAD

Grid lines in AutoCAD provide a visual reference that aids in the alignment and positioning of objects. Sometimes, however, users may want to remove these grid lines for a clearer workspace or to focus on specific details. Below are step-by-step instructions on how to effectively remove grid lines in AutoCAD.

Disabling Grid Lines via the Status Bar

1. Locate the Status Bar: Open your AutoCAD interface and find the Status Bar at the bottom of the window.

2. Right-Click on Grid Icon: Look for the grid icon on the Status Bar, right-click it, and a menu will appear.

3. Select Grid Display: From the context menu, select the “Grid Display” option to open the grid settings.

4. Modify Grid Settings: In the dialogue box that appears, look for the option that says “Grid On.” Uncheck this checkbox to turn off the grid lines.

Using the Drafting Settings Dialog

1. Open Drafting Settings: You can access this by right-clicking on the grid display icon in the Status Bar and selecting “Grid Settings” or by typing DSETTINGS into the command line and pressing Enter.

2. Navigate to Snap and Grid Tab: Once you have the Drafting Settings dialog open, click on the “Snap and Grid” tab.

3. Disable the Grid: Locate the checkbox labeled “Grid On” and uncheck it, thereby disabling the grid lines.

4. Save Your Changes: Click OK or Apply to confirm your changes and exit the dialog.

Removing Grids from Specific Drawings

If you want to remove grid lines from a specific drawing rather than globally:

1. Enter the Command Line: Type GRIDDISPLAY into the command line and press Enter.

2. Set Display to Zero: When prompted, input 0 to turn off the grid display specifically for the active drawing.

3. Repeat as Necessary: You may need to repeat this process for other drawings, as setting the grid to off is linked to individual file settings.

Clearing Grid Lines from Viewports

If you are working within a layout and want to remove grid lines:

1. Access Layout Tab: Navigate to the layout you wish to edit.

2. Open the Properties Panel: Right-click on the viewport and select “Properties.”

3. Modify Grid Settings for Viewports: In the properties panel, check if grid display properties can be toggled for that specific viewport. Set them to off as needed.

Alternative Methods to Remove Grid Lines

• Using Commands: If you prefer using commands, you can simply input grid into the command line, follow the prompts to disable it, and press Enter.

• Keyboard Shortcuts: On Windows, pressing the F9 key toggles grid visibility on and off.

FAQ

1. What are grid lines used for in AutoCAD?
Grid lines are used as guides to help position objects within the drawing area accurately. They provide a spatial reference that can facilitate alignment and distance estimation.

2. Can I customize grid spacing in AutoCAD?
Yes, you can customize grid spacing. To do this, go to the Drafting Settings dialog and adjust the grid X and Y spacing under the Snap and Grid tab.

3. Will disabling grid lines affect my drawing?
Disabling grid lines will not affect the actual drawing or its components; it merely changes the visual guidelines provided on the workspace. Objects you previously placed will remain unchanged.