How do I unprotect a drawing in AutoCAD?

If you need to select or move the file, you can unlock it. Click an empty space on the diagram to deselect anything that may already be selected. Right-click, and then click CAD Drawing Object > Properties. Click to deselect the Lock size and position and Lock against deletion checkboxes.

How do I simplify a DWG file?

Use the following commands to reduce the size of a DWG file.

Detach all unneeded xref files using the XREF command.
Select all objects in a drawing and enter the OVERKILL command.
Enter the -PURGE command and choose Regapps.
Enter the PURGE command and select all options.

How do I downgrade a DWG file?

Create a copy of the drawing file to be converted….Click the application menu in the upper-left and choose DWG Convert (or pick it on the ribbon if a file is open).

Add the file(s) in the Files Tree list (click the green plus Add Files button).
Choose the appropriate file format version.
Click Convert.

How do you ungroup in AutoCAD?

To Ungroup Objects

In the drawing area, select a group.
Click Home tab Groups panel Ungroup. Find.

How do I create a protected file in AutoCAD?

Right click on . DWG file, go to properties. Select Read Only. Anyone can make a copy of the file and write on it anyway.

What is the difference between AutoCAD and TurboCAD?

The main differences between Autocad vs Turbocad are: Autocad has a dedicated app for Android and iOS, whereas Turbocad does not. Autocad has a steeper learning curve, whereas Turbocad is said to be easier to use. Autocad offers a 30-day free trial, whereas Turbocad only offers a 15-day free trial.

How do I view a TurboCAD file?

If You Have TurboCAD Drawing Installed Right-click on the file, select “Open With…” and then select TurboCAD Drawing.

How do I clean up a CAD file?

Items can be purged individually by right-clicking on the object in the list and choosing purge. To quickly clean out a drawing, simply choose the Purge All option to remove every item available to purge in one click.