How to Remove Part of Hatch in AutoCAD?

Understanding Hatch Removal in AutoCAD

When working with hatches in AutoCAD, there are times you need to remove or adjust portions of an existing hatch. This guide offers a comprehensive approach to effectively removing sections of hatch in AutoCAD 2025.

Removing a Hatch Boundary

1. Disable Associativity: Begin by deactivating the associative property of the hatch. Navigate to the hatch ribbon and click on the associative button to turn it off.

2. Select the Hatch: Click on the ‘Select’ command found on the left side of the ribbon. Choose the hatch boundary you wish to modify. This will highlight the selected hatch.

3. Execute Removal: After selecting the hatch, press the ‘Enter’ key. This action will remove the hatch from the specified boundary.

Editing a Hatch in AutoCAD

1. Select Hatch Object: Choose the hatch you want to edit. This action will prompt AutoCAD to open the Hatch Editor contextual tab on the Ribbon, displaying the current settings for that hatch.

2. Make Adjustments: Utilize available options within the Hatch Editor to change color, pattern, or other parameters. Observe the real-time preview to ensure your changes are satisfactory.

3. Save Changes: Once you are content with the adjustments, click on ‘Close Hatch Editor’ to apply the modifications.

Isolating and Splitting Hatches

1. Remove Existing Hatches: First, clear any existing hatches in the area of interest.

2. Select Area to Isolate: Use your mouse to click and drag over the area you want to isolate. After selecting, right-click to bring up options, and then choose ‘Isolate Objects’ followed by ‘Isolate Objects’.

3. Apply Different Hatches: With the areas isolated, apply different hatches to each section as required.

4. End Isolation: To end the isolation process, right-click again and choose ‘Isolate Objects’ followed by ‘End Object Isolation’.

Trimming Hatches

1. Select the Trim Command: Navigate to the ‘Modify’ panel and click on the ‘Trim’ option.

2. Specify Cutting Edges: Select the objects that will act as cutting edges for the trim operation.

3. Select Areas to Trim: Click on the portions of the hatch you want to trim, ensuring that you maintain the necessary parts.

Using WIPOUT Command

1. Apply WIPOUT: If you need to remove a hatch that’s inside an object after its creation, type WIPOUT or WIP into the command line.

2. Select Objects: Use the ‘Select Object’ option, then click on the internal point of the hatch to remove it from the boundary.

3. Confirm Removal: Follow the prompts to ensure the unwanted hatch area is successfully cleared.

Change Hatch Boundaries

1. Access Hatch Panel: Click on the ‘Home’ tab, then navigate to the ‘Draw’ panel where the Hatch tool is located.

2. Select New Boundaries: On the Hatch Creation tab, find the ‘Boundaries’ panel and click ‘Select New Boundary Set’.

3. Define Boundary Objects: Select the objects you wish to include for the new hatch, and press ‘Enter’.

4. Specify Hatch Area: Click within each area where you’d like the new hatch to be applied.

5. Finalize Hatch Creation: Close the Hatch Creation process by selecting ‘Close Hatch Creation’.

Frequently Asked Questions

How can I quickly delete a hatch in AutoCAD?
To swiftly delete a hatch, click on the ‘Erase’ command in the ‘Modify’ panel, select the hatch, and press ‘Enter’ to confirm.

Is it possible to trim a hatch that is associative?
Trimming is generally not possible for associative hatches. Ensure the hatch is non-associative before attempting to trim.

What command can I use to restore an object I accidentally erased?
You can type OOPS in the command line to restore the last erased objects, allowing you a single chance to undo your previous action.