Stupid Drywall Question

Car Nut said
Out of curiosity, did you use blue board drywall in the bathroom?

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I am simply removing the batten. The drywall that is there is remaining. And yall, the joint compound is already SET and DRY. That's why I'm asking about sanding it. Thanks for the tips. I guess it's going to have to be the sanding blocks.