How to Remove Quick Properties in AutoCAD?

Understanding Quick Properties in AutoCAD

Quick Properties in AutoCAD provide an efficient way to view essential attributes of selected objects without navigating through the full Properties Palette. This popup reveals a concise set of properties, allowing for quick adjustments without the need for cumbersome menus.

Disabling Quick Properties

If you wish to remove or disable the Quick Properties feature, follow these steps to adjust your settings accordingly:

1. Open AutoCAD: Launch the AutoCAD application on your system.

2. Access the Command Line: Once AutoCAD is open, focus on the command line at the bottom of the screen.

3. Enter QPMODE Command: Type QPMODE and press the Enter key. This command controls the display of the Quick Properties palette.

4. Modify the Setting: You will be prompted with options:

   • Type 0 to turn off Quick Properties completely. This will prevent the palette from appearing when you select objects.
   • Alternatively, type 1 to enable it if you ever wish to use it again.
5. Verify Changes: After changing the setting, click on any object in the drawing area to ensure that the Quick Properties panel no longer appears.

Managing Quick Properties Preferences

If you still need the Quick Properties feature but want to customize its settings, you have options to tailor how it displays:

1. Right-Click the Quick Properties Button: Locate the Quick Properties button on your interface. Right-click this button to access display options.

2. Choose Display Settings: From the menu, select how you want the Quick Properties to appear upon object selection. You can choose options that determine visibility and the properties shown.

3. Experiment with Visibility: Take your time to experiment with these settings until you find a configuration that suits your workflow best.

Customizing Properties Palette Display

If your goal is to manage more than just the Quick Properties, you may need to adjust the full Properties Palette:

1. Access the Properties Palette:

   • Use the shortcut Ctrl + 1 to open the full Properties Palette.
   • Alternatively, enter the command PROPERTIES and hit Enter.

2. Customize Appearance: Navigate through the Properties settings to display or hide specific property groups, depending on your requirements.

3. Save Workspace Configurations: Once you’ve made your changes, save the workspace to ensure that your adjustments are retained for future sessions.

FAQs

1. How can I quickly access the Properties Palette in AutoCAD?
You can open the Properties Palette by pressing Ctrl + 1, entering the PROPERTIES command in the command line, or clicking the arrow in the Properties panel on the Home tab.

2. What should I do if my Quick Properties are not showing?
Make sure that Quick Properties are enabled by entering the QPMODE command. If set to 0, change it to 1 to enable the display.

3. How can I tell if Quick Properties are currently enabled?
Select an object in your drawing. If the Quick Properties panel appears with relevant data, it is enabled. If it does not appear, it may be turned off or your settings may need to be adjusted.