Final answer:
The best method to erase an entire object in Adobe Illustrator is to select the object and hit the delete key.
Step-by-step explanation:
If you want to erase an entire object in Adobe Illustrator, the best method is to select the object and then hit the delete key. This method ensures that the entire object is removed without leaving any traces behind.
Using the “erase tool” and dragging it until the object is erased is not recommended as it may result in an incomplete deletion and may not remove all the anchor points.
Similarly, selecting and deleting every anchor point of the object can be time-consuming and may not completely remove the object if any anchor points are missed.
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