To Trim Linework or Profile-Based Objects

Use this procedure to trim hatches, lines, polylines, arcs, circles, AEC polygons, mass element extrusions, spaces, or any block-based content (including detail components) made up of these types of linework or objects.

  1. Select the linework, object, or block to trim.
  2. Click Home tabModify panelTrim Extend drop-downAEC Trim. Find
  3. Specify two points to establish the trim line.

    The trim line changes color once the second point is selected, as does all linework (except hatches) on the side of the trim line where the cursor is positioned.

  4. Click the side of the trim line where the region you want to remove is located.

    All linework on the selected side of the trim line is removed, and boundaries for any closed polylines on the other side are redrawn along the trim line.

    Trimming a block