To delete a drawing in AutoCAD, you must first identify what you mean by "drawing". If you mean a sheet within a larger drawing file, then the process is quite straightforward. Here's how:
Deleting a Sheet from an AutoCAD Drawing File
The steps to delete a sheet drawing from within a larger drawing file are:
- Select the Sheet: In your AutoCAD interface, locate and select the specific sheet drawing you wish to delete.
- Right-Click: Once selected, right-click on the sheet.
- Choose Delete: From the context menu that appears, click "Delete".
- Confirm Delete: A "Confirm Sheet Delete" dialog box will appear. Click "Yes" to confirm the deletion.
Important Note: Deleting a sheet will remove it and all associated data from the current drawing file. Always double-check before confirming the delete action.
Other Types of 'Drawing' Deletion
It is worth noting that the term "drawing" might refer to different aspects within AutoCAD:
- Deleting Objects within a Drawing: If you mean deleting specific lines, shapes, or other design elements within your sheet drawing, you can use the ERASE command. Select the objects, and then press the 'Delete' key or enter 'E' for erase, followed by pressing enter.
- Deleting an Entire Drawing File: This is not done within AutoCAD itself. To delete an entire drawing file (a .dwg file), you must use your computer's file manager (Windows Explorer, macOS Finder etc.). Locate the file and delete it like you would any other file.
- Deleting Layouts: A Layout within the drawing also might be seen as another "drawing" of sorts. You can delete layouts by right clicking the layout tab you want to delete at the bottom of the AutoCAD interface and selecting "Delete".
By following the above instructions, you can remove different aspects related to the term "drawing" within AutoCAD.
