Best way to use the Erase command in AutoCAD? (99% Guide) Apr’24

Hey Guys, Earlier we learned how to Move and Copy objects by using the Move and Copy command from the Modify panel. Now today we are learning about the Erase command in AutoCAD article with an A to Z full tutorial only at autocadprojects.com

Now we will learn how to Erase objects. So, let’s start.

What is the Erase command in AutoCAD?

The Erase command is very important and useful in AutoCAD. This command is placed in the Modify panel in the Home tab. This command is useful in AutoCAD for erasing or deleting lines or any object very easily.

1. The Erase command is placed in the modified panel in the Home tab. Or we can type ‘E’ in the command bar to invoke the erase command.

2. After selecting the command, select a line or object which we want to erase by ‘direct selection‘, ‘crossing window selection‘ (right to left dragging), or ‘window selection‘ (left to right dragging) method.

3. Right-click or press the Enter key.

4. Line or object will be erased.

Example of the Erase command in AutoCAD.

Follow these steps for the Erase command

1. For example, I want to erase one line as shown.

2. Select the Erase command from the Modify panel in the Home tab. Or type ‘E’ in the command bar and press Enter.

3. Select the line by the direct selection method.

4. Press ‘Enter’ or ‘Right-click’.

5. Object or line will be erased in the drawing.

What is the use of the Erase command?

The computer uses the erase function to delete files from its hard drive and other storage devices..

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