Uses one or more cutting edges to trim objects.

Note: Complex objects such as dimensions and text must be exploded before they can be trimmed. Text must be exploded twice - first into groups of polylines, then into polylines.

The example for Object Trim contains three objects: a circle, line, and construction line.

Using One Cutting Edge

Select the object to be used as the cutting edge.
Select the object to trim, clicking on the portion you want deleted.
Continue selecting objects to trim, if needed.
Press Esc if you want to select another cutting edge. Select Cancel from the local menu or Inspector Bar to exit.

Using Multiple Cutting Edges

Select the objects to be used as the cutting edge. Use Shift to select multiple objects.
Select the object to trim, clicking on the portion you want deleted. One or both cutting edges will be used, depending on what is selected.
Continue selecting objects to trim, if needed.
Press Esc if you want to select another cutting edge. Select Cancel from the local menu or Inspector Bar to exit.

Local menu option:
Trim by Line: Enables you to define the cutting edge by selecting two points.

Note: Most standard Modify tools, such as Trim, Split, and Meet 2 Lines, will work with walls.

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