In AutoCAD, the term "delete an area" can sometimes refer to deleting an object that represents an area (like a closed polyline or hatch), or it can refer to removing a specific area or void from a larger object, such as a Region object.
Based on the provided information, a specific method for removing an area involves modifying a Region object.
Method: Removing an Area From a Region Object
A Region object in AutoCAD is a 2D area created from closed boundaries. Sometimes, a Region might have internal holes or areas you wish to remove. This is where the "Remove" option is particularly useful.
Here are the steps to remove an area (like a hole or internal island) from an existing Region object:
- Select the Region object you want to modify.
- Right-click on the selected Region object to open the context menu.
- From the context menu, click Remove.
Reference Information:
Select the region object you want to modify. Right-click and click Remove.
This process initiates the removal of internal boundaries or "islands" from the selected Region, effectively "deleting" those specific areas from the Region.
Steps Summarized
| Step | Action | Outcome |
|---|---|---|
| 1. Select | Click the Region object | The Region is highlighted. |
| 2. Right-click | Right-click anywhere on the selected Region | Opens a context menu. |
| 3. Click Remove | Select "Remove" from the menu | Prompts you to select boundaries to remove from the Region. |
After clicking "Remove", you will be prompted to select the specific objects (like lines or circles representing the hole) that define the area you want to subtract from the Region.
General Deletion of Objects Representing Areas
If by "delete an area" you mean deleting an object that represents an area (e.g., a closed polyline, circle, rectangle, or hatch), the process is simpler:
- Select the object(s) you wish to delete.
- Press the DELETE key on your keyboard, or type ERASE in the command line and press Enter, then select the object(s) and press Enter again.
This action will remove the entire selected object from the drawing.
Understanding whether you need to delete an object or modify a Region object is key to deleting an "area" correctly in AutoCAD.
