How Do I Get Rid of Enhanced Attribute Editor in AutoCAD?

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How Do I Get Rid of Enhanced Attribute Editor in AutoCAD?

If you’ve been using AutoCAD for a while, you may have come across the Enhanced Attribute Editor (EAE) feature. While it can be a useful tool for managing attributes, some users prefer to work without it.

In this tutorial, we will guide you through the steps to disable the Enhanced Attribute Editor in AutoCAD.

Method 1: Using the Command Line

The easiest way to disable the Enhanced Attribute Editor is by using the command line. Follow these steps:

  1. Open AutoCAD and navigate to the command line at the bottom of the screen.
  2. Type EATTEDIT and press Enter.
  3. The ‘Enter new value for EATTEDIT’ prompt will appear.
  4. Type 0 and press Enter.
  5. The Enhanced Attribute Editor is now disabled.

Method 2: Modifying Options in AutoCAD

If you prefer a more permanent solution, you can modify the options in AutoCAD. Here’s how:

  1. Open AutoCAD and go to the ‘Tools’ menu.
  2. Select ‘Options’ from the drop-down menu.
  3. The ‘Options’ dialog box will appear. Click on the ‘Display’ tab.
  4. In the ‘Display’ tab, scroll down until you find ‘Enhanced Attribute Editor’ under ‘Object Display’. Uncheck the box next to it.
  5. Click ‘OK’ to save your changes.

Method 3: Using the CUI Editor

For advanced users who want more control over their AutoCAD settings, the Custom User Interface (CUI) editor can be a powerful tool. Follow these steps to disable the Enhanced Attribute Editor using the CUI editor:

  1. Open AutoCAD and type CUI in the command line. Press Enter.
  2. The ‘Customize User Interface’ dialog box will appear.
  3. In the ‘Customize User Interface’ dialog box, click on the ‘Partial Customization Files’ tab.
  4. Expand ‘Customizations’ and then expand ‘ACAD’.
  5. Click on ‘Interface’ and then select ‘Palettes’.
  6. In the ‘Palettes’ section, find and expand ‘Attribute Editor’.
  7. Right-click on ‘EATTEDIT’, select ‘Remove’, and click ‘Yes’ to confirm.

Conclusion

In this tutorial, we have explored three different methods to disable the Enhanced Attribute Editor in AutoCAD. Whether you prefer using the command line, modifying options in AutoCAD, or leveraging the CUI editor, you now have multiple ways to tailor your AutoCAD experience according to your preferences.

Remember that disabling the Enhanced Attribute Editor doesn’t remove any existing attributes from your drawings. It simply prevents them from being edited using this specific tool.

If you ever change your mind and wish to re-enable it, simply follow these steps in reverse.

Now that you know how to get rid of the Enhanced Attribute Editor, feel free to explore other AutoCAD features and customize your workspace to suit your needs.