How to Hide Object in AutoCAD?

How to Hide Objects in AutoCAD

Hiding objects in AutoCAD can significantly enhance your workflow by allowing you to focus on specific areas of your drawing without distractions. This guide will walk you through various methods to hide objects effectively in AutoCAD.

Temporary Object Isolation

1. Engaging Object Isolation:

   • Locate the Isolate Objects button found in the status bar at the bottom of your AutoCAD workspace. Clicking it will present options to hide or isolate selected objects.

2. Choosing Objects to Isolate:

   • After activating the Isolate Objects function (or using the command ISOLATEOBJECTS), select the objects you wish to keep visible. All other items will temporarily disappear from the view.
3. Ending Isolation:
   • To return to the full view of your drawing, click the End Object Isolation option in the same status bar or type UNISOLATEOBJECTS in the command line.

Hiding Specific Objects

1. Selecting Objects:

   • Tools to hide selected objects include either clicking on the objects directly with your mouse or holding down the Shift key to select multiple items.
2. Utilizing the Context Menu:
   • Right-click on any of the selected objects. In the contextual menu that appears, navigate to Isolate Objects and then select Hide Selected Objects. You can also access this feature from the right side of the drawing window status bar by clicking on Hide Objects.

Using the Visibility Toolbar

1. Hiding through the View Toolbar:

   • Within the toolbar, locate the Hide/Show button. Select your object and click this button to hide it. This transfers the object to the “No Show” space.
2. Restoring Visibility:
   • To bring back the hidden object, click the Hide/Show button again, and the item will reappear in your drawing.

Hiding Background Images

1. Selecting the Background Image:

   • Click on the image you want to modify in your drawing.

2. Accessing Properties:

   • Right-click within the drawing area and choose Properties from the context menu. This opens the Properties palette.
3. Controlling Image Visibility:
   • In the Properties palette, find the option Show Image and set it to Yes or No based on your visibility preference. You can also adjust Transparency to switch between transparent and opaque backgrounds.

Removing Objects from Selection

1. Adjusting Selection:
   • If you need to modify a selection set, hold down the Shift key and click on the object you wish to remove. This allows you to manage your selections more easily.

Showing All Objects Again

1. Accessing Context Menu:

   • Right-click anywhere within the drawing area after completing your edits.
2. Ending Object Isolation:
   • Select Isolate from the contextual menu, and then choose End Object Isolation to restore visibility to all previously hidden objects.

FAQ

1. Can I hide multiple objects at once in AutoCAD?
Yes, you can select multiple objects by holding down the Shift key, then right-click and use the Isolate or Hide option to manage their visibility simultaneously.

2. What should I do if I cannot find the Isolate Objects button?
If the Isolate Objects button is not visible in the status bar, you can enable it by right-clicking on the status bar and selecting the options to show or toggle the Isolate Objects feature.

3. Is there a keyboard shortcut for hiding objects in AutoCAD?
Yes, you can quickly use the command line by typing HIDE to hide selected objects or ISOLATEOBJECTS to manage object visibility more seamlessly.