Drawing Purge
AVappsDrawing Purge
AVappsThis plug-in helps to remove the unused DGN LineTypes, TextStyles, RegApps, Annotation Scales, and other Purgeable items from the current drawing or multiple drawings in batch processing.
Free
Please note the following points
- This app will not work withAutoCAD LT version.
- If commands are not working after installation, please read Frequently Asked Questions page
- If you are using old version of Autodesk products (2012 to 2021), please continue usingversion 8.3.0
| Drawing Purge Version | Autodesk Version | Notes (last updated: Apr 2026) |
|---|---|---|
| 9.0.0 (Current) | 2022 to 2027 | Updated to support 2027(no change in version) |
| 8.3.0 Download | 2012 to 2021 | Updates discontinued |
There are 3 commands for this plug-in
| No | Command | Usage |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | DWG-PURGE | To purge the Current Drawing |
| 2 | DWG-PURGE-BATCH | To purge multiple drawings without opening the files. |
| 3 | DWG-PURGE-CONSOLE | To run 'Drawing Purge' in script mode |
Details
Operating system
Release date
Mar 17, 2016
Last updated
Jun 3, 2026
Version
9.0.0
Language
Compatible with
ACD
2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, 2026, 2027
MAP
2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, 2026, 2027
CIV3D
2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, 2026, 2027
ACAD_E
2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, 2026, 2027
BLDSYS
2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, 2026, 2027
PLNT3D
2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, 2026, 2027
Capabilities
Drafting
Blocks
Tags
Linetypes
Scheduling
Administration
Frequently asked questions (FAQs)
What else should I know about this product?
To purge the DGN linetypes this plug-in using the code from KEAN WALMSLEY's blog:
There is already a Hotfix released by Autodesk® to purge the unused DGN data Autodesk® AutoCAD® DGN Hotfix:
http://usa.autodesk.com/adsk/servlet/ps/dl/item?siteID=123112&id=22002791&linkID=9240618
Is there additional support information provided?
For more information please contact ajilalv@gmail.com
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