How Do You Delete Strokes in a Drawing (Grease Pencil) in Blender?

In Blender, you typically delete parts of a drawing, specifically strokes, by using the Erase brush tool.

Using the Erase Brush to Delete Drawing Strokes

To delete strokes within a Grease Pencil drawing in Blender, the most common method involves utilizing the Erase brush found in Draw Mode.

Here are the general steps based on the provided reference:

Steps to Erase Drawing Strokes

Enter Draw Mode: Ensure your Grease Pencil object is selected and you are in "Draw Mode". You can switch modes using the dropdown menu in the 3D Viewport header or by pressing Tab and selecting "Draw Mode".
Select the Erase Brush: From the brush panel or toolbar, select the "Erase" brush.
Choose Erase Type: Select an erase brush of type Soft/Hard. You can choose between a "Soft" erase (feathery edges) or "Hard" erase (sharp edges) brush depending on your needs.
Adjust Brush Settings: Adjust brush settings such as Radius (size of the eraser) and Strength (how effectively it erases) in the brush properties panel or using shortcut keys (F for Radius, Shift+F for Strength).
Erase Strokes: Click and hold LMB or use the Pen tip to delete strokes on the viewport. Move the brush over the strokes you wish to remove. Holding down the left mouse button (LMB) or applying pressure with a pen allows you to paint over and erase multiple parts of strokes.

Understanding Erase Brush Types

Erase Type	Description	Best For
Soft	Creates a gradual fade-out effect on strokes.	Blending, subtle removal.
Hard	Creates a sharp, defined edge where erased.	Precise removal, clean cuts.

Other Methods for Deleting Strokes

While the erase brush is excellent for partial or freehand deletion, you can also delete entire strokes or points:

Edit Mode: Switch to "Edit Mode" (Tab). You can select individual points, segments, or entire strokes using selection tools and then press X or Delete to remove them.
Sculpt Mode: Sculpt Mode also has an Erase brush available with different properties, useful for more artistic removal.

Using the Erase brush provides a direct and intuitive way to clean up or modify your drawings within the 3D viewport, much like using a physical eraser on paper.