Delete edges

When the edges of a polygonal mesh are deleted using the Delete key, the selected edges are deleted, but not the shared vertices at the ends of the edges. if you want to delete the shared vertices associated with the deleted edges, you must use Edit Mesh > Delete Edge/Vertex.

To delete edges and the associated shared vertices

1. Select the edges you want to delete.
2. Do one of the following:
   • Press Ctrl + Delete.
   • Press Ctrl + Backspace.
   • Select Edit Mesh > Delete Edge/Vertex.

   The selected edges and the associated vertices are deleted.

To delete border edges

1. Select the face associated with the border edge.
2. Do one of the following:
   • Press Delete.
   • Press Backspace.