DeleteObjects

Created: July 27, 2015 | Updated: April 11, 2017 | Applies to versions: 15.1, 16.0, 16.1, 17.0 and 17.1

The following pre-packaged resources, derived from this base command, are available:

Applied Parameters: Object=Prompt

Summary

This command is used to delete objects from the current document. The object(s) do not need to be selected prior to using this command.

Access

This command is accessed from the PCB Editor and the PCB Library Editor, by choosing the Edit » Delete command from the main menus.

Use

After launching the command, the cursor changes to a crosshair and you will enter object deletion mode. Simply position the cursor over an object and click or press Enter to delete it. Continue deleting further objects, or right-click, or press Esc, to exit object deletion mode.

Tips

Using this command, you are free to individually delete any objects - selected or not - without affecting the selection status of any other objects in the workspace.
All deletions can be restored by using the Undo command.
If an object is locked and you try to delete it, you will be prompted with a confirmation dialog alerting you to this, and asking if you want to continue.

Delete Selected Objects

Applied Parameters: Object=FOCUSED

Summary

This command is used to delete one or more selected design objects from the current document.

Access

This command is accessed from the PCB Editor and the PCB Library Editor, by using the Delete keyboard shortcut.

Use

The object(s) must be selected prior to using this command. Once you have selected the object(s) you wish to clear, simply launch the command and the selection will be removed from the document.

Tips

Objects on the clipboard are not affected by using this command.
All cleared selections can be restored by using the Undo command.