How Do I Completely Remove Autocad From My Computer?

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If you are looking to completely remove AutoCAD from your computer, you have come to the right place. In this step-by-step tutorial, we will guide you through the process of uninstalling AutoCAD from your Windows computer. Whether you no longer need AutoCAD or want to perform a clean installation, removing the software is relatively straightforward.

Uninstalling AutoCAD

To begin the uninstallation process, follow these simple steps:

  1. Step 1: Open the Control Panel on your computer. You can access it by clicking on the Start button and searching for Control Panel.
  2. Step 2: Within the Control Panel, locate and click on “Programs” or “Programs and Features,” depending on your version of Windows.
  3. Step 3: In the Programs window, you will find a list of installed programs. Scroll through the list and find AutoCAD.
  4. Step 4: Once you have located AutoCAD, right-click on it and select “Uninstall” from the drop-down menu. Alternatively, you can also click on AutoCAD and then click on the “Uninstall” button located above the list of installed programs.
  5. Step 5: A confirmation dialog box will appear asking if you want to uninstall AutoCAD.

    Click “Yes” to proceed with the uninstallation.

  6. Step 6: The uninstaller will now run and remove all files associated with AutoCAD from your computer. This process may take a few minutes to complete.
  7. Step 7: Once the uninstallation is complete, you may be prompted to restart your computer. If so, save any unsaved work and click “Restart” to restart your computer.
  8. Step 8: After your computer has restarted, AutoCAD should no longer be present on your system. You have successfully removed AutoCAD from your computer!

Removing AutoCAD Files and Folders

Although the previous steps removed the main AutoCAD program from your computer, there may still be residual files and folders left behind. To ensure a complete removal, follow these additional steps:

  1. Step 1: Open File Explorer by clicking on the folder icon in the taskbar or by pressing the Windows key + E on your keyboard.
  2. Step 2: In File Explorer, navigate to the following directories and delete any remaining AutoCAD-related files or folders:
    • C:\Program Files\Autodesk\AutoCAD
    • C:\ProgramData\Autodesk\AutoCAD
    • C:\Users\YourUserName\AppData\Roaming\Autodesk\AutoCAD

    Note: Replace “YourUserName” with your actual Windows user name.

  3. Step 3: Empty the Recycle Bin to permanently delete the files and folders you just removed.

In Conclusion

Congratulations! You have successfully uninstalled AutoCAD from your computer.

By following these simple steps, you can ensure a clean removal of the software. Remember to also remove any remaining files and folders associated with AutoCAD to free up disk space.

We hope this tutorial has been helpful to you. If you have any further questions or need assistance, feel free to reach out to the AutoCAD support team or consult their official documentation.

Happy computing!