How to Remove Proxy Objects in AutoCAD?

Understanding Proxy Objects in AutoCAD

Proxy objects serve as placeholders for custom objects generated by specific applications when those applications are not available in AutoCAD. When an ObjectARX application that created a custom object is absent, AutoCAD displays a proxy object. Once the application is accessible, the proxy object gets replaced with the original custom object.

Steps to Remove Proxy Objects in AutoCAD

1. Open Your Drawing: Start by launching AutoCAD 2025 and opening the drawing file that contains the proxy objects.

2. Check Proxy Settings:

   • Type PROXYSHOW in the command line and hit Enter. This command allows you to control how proxy objects are displayed.
   • You can set it to 0 to hide proxy objects, or to 1 or 2 to display them based on your preferences.

3. Disable Proxy Graphics:

   • Enter PROXYGRAPHICS in the command line and press Enter. This will prompt you to set up graphics for proxy objects.
   • Input 0 to disable proxy graphics. This action ensures that proxy representations do not show up in your drawings.

4. Suppress Proxy Notifications:

   • Use the command PROXYNOTICE to manage notification settings.
   • Setting it to 0 prevents any proxy notifications from appearing while working in AutoCAD.

5. Edit Settings for Proxy Objects:

   • If you need to eliminate proxies entirely, and you have the source application available, open the drawing in that specific application first.
   • Check and adjust the PROXYGRAPHICS variable to 1 before saving the file again, this action may help reset proxy objects.
6. Refresh Drawing Settings:
   • After performing the above steps, save the drawing and reopen it in AutoCAD.
   • Check if the changes have taken effect; proxy objects should no longer be visible based on your settings.

Additional Tips for Handling Proxy Objects

• Confirm Application Availability: Always verify the relevant ObjectARX application is installed properly to avoid any unwanted proxy objects in future projects.
• Monitor Loading Order: Ensure that custom objects load before proxy objects; this way, proxy representations won’t disrupt your workflow.

Frequently Asked Questions

What happens if I don’t remove proxy objects?
Leaving proxy objects in your drawing can lead to display issues and may hinder performance, especially if the original custom objects are not accessible.

Can I convert proxy objects into standard AutoCAD objects?
In most instances, proxy objects cannot be directly converted to standard AutoCAD objects unless the original application is used to replace them.

Is it possible to create proxy objects manually?
While custom objects are typically generated by an ObjectARX application, you can create proxy representations using AutoCAD APIs, but this requires advanced programming knowledge.