Before you blame your computer… try these AutoCAD cleanup tools first.
I run them every time I run into a problematci .dwg, especially when working with client or legacy files that may not be the most organized.
Here’s your 5-command cleanup checklist:
OVERKILL Combines duplicate or overlapping lines, arcs, and polylines. Bonus: It also removes unnecessary vertices from polylines.
PURGE Deletes unused blocks, layers, linetypes, and other clutter. Pro Tip: Use the “Purge nested items” option to go deeper.
AUDIT Checks for (and fixes) database errors in your drawing. Always click "Yes" when it asks to fix them!
QSELECT Quick Select helps you isolate and fix problem objects like stray hatches, large images, or wrong layer types. Use it to bulk-edit, delete, or relocate.
LAYDEL Removes stubborn or unused layers permanently (even if objects are on them). ⚠️ Be cautious—this one deletes all objects on the layer too.
Pro Tip: Make this your go-to routine before sending drawings, xrefing, or archiving. Clean files = faster performance and fewer surprises later.
Got a favorite cleanup tip? Share it below 👇 Or save this post so you never forget the commands again.
Want more workflow upgrades that will save you time/headaches?
My AutoCAD Fundamentals course walks through real-world projects where we use these tips and so much more.
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Bloated drawings? Sluggish performance? Mysterious layer issues?
Before you blame your computer… try these AutoCAD cleanup tools first.
I run them every time I run into a problematci .dwg, especially when working with client or legacy files that may not be the most organized.
Here’s your 5-command cleanup checklist:
OVERKILL
Combines duplicate or overlapping lines, arcs, and polylines.
Bonus: It also removes unnecessary vertices from polylines.
PURGE
Deletes unused blocks, layers, linetypes, and other clutter.
Pro Tip: Use the “Purge nested items” option to go deeper.
AUDIT
Checks for (and fixes) database errors in your drawing.
Always click "Yes" when it asks to fix them!
QSELECT
Quick Select helps you isolate and fix problem objects like stray hatches, large images, or wrong layer types.
Use it to bulk-edit, delete, or relocate.
LAYDEL
Removes stubborn or unused layers permanently (even if objects are on them).
⚠️ Be cautious—this one deletes all objects on the layer too.
Pro Tip:
Make this your go-to routine before sending drawings, xrefing, or archiving. Clean files = faster performance and fewer surprises later.
Got a favorite cleanup tip? Share it below 👇
Or save this post so you never forget the commands again.
Want more workflow upgrades that will save you time/headaches?
My AutoCAD Fundamentals course walks through real-world projects where we use these tips and so much more.
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