How Do You Delete a Block in AutoCAD?

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In AutoCAD, blocks are reusable objects that can contain multiple entities or objects within them. However, there may come a time when you need to delete a block from your drawing. In this tutorial, we will guide you on how to delete a block in AutoCAD.

Step 1: Select the Block

To delete a block in AutoCAD, you first need to select it. You can do this by using the SELECT command or by clicking on the block with your mouse.

Step 2: Open the Block Editor

Once you have selected the block, you need to open the Block Editor. You can do this by right-clicking on the block and selecting Edit Block In-Place from the context menu.

Step 3: Delete Entities

With the Block Editor open, you will be able to see all the entities or objects that make up the block. To delete a specific entity or object, simply select it and press the Delete key on your keyboard.

If you want to delete multiple entities at once, you can use the Erase command. Simply type “Erase” in the command line and press Enter. Then, select all the entities you want to delete and press Enter again.

Note:

If your block contains nested blocks or attributes, deleting an entity may also delete other entities within it. Make sure to double-check before deleting any objects.

Step 4: Save Changes and Close Block Editor

After deleting all the desired entities from your block, make sure to save your changes by clicking on the Close Block Editor button or by typing “CLOSE” in the command line and pressing Enter.

Step 5: Regenerate the Drawing

Finally, to see the changes reflected in your drawing, you need to regenerate it. You can do this by typing “REGEN” in the command line and pressing Enter.

Note:

If your block was inserted multiple times in your drawing, deleting it will remove all instances of that block.

Conclusion

In AutoCAD, deleting a block is a straightforward process. By following these steps, you can easily delete any unneeded blocks from your drawing. Just remember to be cautious and double-check before deleting any entities within a block to avoid unintentional deletions.