How Do You Make a Wipeout Frame in Autocad?
Autocad is a powerful software tool used for creating precise 2D and 3D designs. One of the common tasks in Autocad is creating wipeout frames, which allow you to hide certain portions of your drawing. In this tutorial, we will guide you through the process of creating a wipeout frame step by step.
Step 1: Launch Autocad
Before we begin, make sure you have Autocad installed on your computer. Launch the software and open the drawing where you want to create a wipeout frame.
Step 2: Access the Wipeout Command
To create a wipeout frame, you need to use the Wipeout command. There are multiple ways to access this command:
- You can type “WIPEOUT” in the command line and press Enter.
- You can click on the “Draw” tab in the ribbon, then click on the “Wipeout” button in the “Modify” panel.
- You can use the keyboard shortcut “WI” followed by pressing Enter.
Step 3: Define the Frame Shape
After accessing the Wipeout command, Autocad will prompt you to specify points for defining the frame shape. You can choose any method that suits your requirements:
- Polygon Method: You can click on multiple points to create a polygonal shape for your wipeout frame. Press Enter when finished.
- Window Method: You can draw a rectangular window by clicking two opposite corners.
This is useful when you want to create a rectangular wipeout frame.
- Object Method: You can select an existing closed polyline or circle from your drawing as the wipeout frame.
Step 4: Adjust the Wipeout Frame
Once you have defined the frame shape, you can adjust it further using the Wipeout Frame Settings dialog box. This dialog box allows you to modify various properties of the wipeout frame, such as transparency and color.
To access the Wipeout Frame Settings dialog box, type “WIPEOUTFRAME” in the command line and press Enter. Alternatively, you can right-click on the wipeout frame and select “Properties” from the context menu, then navigate to the “Wipeout” tab in the Properties palette.
Step 5: Apply Wipeout to Objects
Now that you have created and adjusted your wipeout frame, it’s time to apply it to objects in your drawing. Select all the objects that you want to hide behind the wipeout frame by clicking on them or using a selection method of your choice.
After selecting the objects, right-click and choose “Send to Back” from the context menu. This will send them behind the wipeout frame, making them invisible within its boundaries.
Step 6: Test Your Wipeout Frame
To ensure that your wipeout frame is working correctly, zoom in and out of your drawing area. The objects hidden behind the frame should remain hidden regardless of zoom level.
If you need to make any adjustments or remove the wipeout frame altogether, simply select it and delete it using either Delete key or by typing “Erase” in the command line and pressing Enter.
Conclusion
Congratulations! You have successfully learned how to create a wipeout frame in Autocad.
Wipeout frames are handy when you want to selectively hide portions of your drawing, providing a clean and professional look. Remember to experiment with different frame shapes and settings to achieve the desired results. Happy designing!