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Importing AutoCAD .pat files into Revit
QuestionIf I have an AutoCAD pat file can I import it into Revit?
AnswerYes, you can do this and here is how:
Se...
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API for Revit
QuestionWhat is API for Revit and why do we need it?
AnswerAPI stands for Application Programming Interface. It’s...
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Load a Hatch Pattern Into Revit Architecture
QuestionHow can you apply a gravel hatch pattern to areas of gravel (such as subfill) Material under a slab on grade)...
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Customizing Revit Ribbons Orders
QuestionHow to I customise the order of my Revit Ribbons in my suite copy of Revit?
AnswerHold down the CTRL key ...
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Changing Material On Walls Split Into Parts - Revit
QuestionWhen I split a wall down into parts, can I change the wall material type for each individual part?
Answer...
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I cant see my beam in my section/elevation? - Revit
QuestionI placed a beam but I can’t get it to show in section/elevation (it only shows as a line)?
AnswerChange t...
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Reference Planes Visibility in Linked Model - Revit
QuestionCan I switch off the Visibility of References Planes in a linked model?
AnswerYes you need to do this thr...
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Autodesk Product Crashing On Opening
QuestionMy recently installed Autodesk product is crashing on opening (the previous version was ok).
AnswerThis i...
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Reveal Hidden Elements - Revit
QuestionHow can you check which model / annotative elements/categories have been hidden in Revit?
AnswerClick the...
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Remove extra riser from stairs in Revit
QuestionWhen I draw a stair in Revit it appears to draw an extra Rider at the top or it won’t complete the last riser...
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Change Line Type in Revit Architecture
QuestionHow can you change a solid (continuous) line to a dashed line?
AnswerThere are two ways to do this:
1. I...
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Changing Material On Walls Split Into Parts - Revit
QuestionWhen I split a wall down into parts, can I change the wall material type for each individual part?
Answer...
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Remove Unwanted Families From Your Project - Revit
QuestionHow do I remove unwanted families from my model?
AnswerIf you go into the Project Browser and expand Fami...
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Revit, Revit LT & Workshared Files
QuestionWhat are the implications of opening a Workshared File, that has been setup by a full Revit user. What is the...
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Reference Planes/Lines - Revit
QuestionWhen I draw a Reference Plane or Line in my family will it show in the project I load it into?
AnswerNo, ...
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Winder Styles with Revit Stairs
QuestionCan I customise the winders on stairs to turn on a point, rather than the default 'balanced' style.
Answe...
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Revisions - Revit
QuestionI am using the Revit Revision tool, how do I hide old revisions off the view? I cannot delete them because Re...
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Alignment of Views on Revit Sheets
QuestionI need to align views on sheets (and the automatic alignment facility is not giving the desired result)
A...
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Correcting Stairs in Revit
QuestionStairs in Revit do not look like they should. How can I fix them?
AnswerTo turn off upward display of sta...
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How do I Move one Beam Independently? - Revit
QuestionI have two separate beams that meet but when I try to move one they both move. How do I move one beam indepen...
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Can’t Create A New System Classification. - Revit
QuestionI want to create a new System Classification, but it’s greyed out?
AnswerYou can’t create a new System Cl...
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How to Create a DWF from Revit?
QuestionHow can I create a DWF from Revit?
AnswerGo to “R”>Export>DWF"
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Why Can’t I Draw a Small line in Revit?
QuestionWhy can’t I draw a small line in Revit?
AnswerRevit has a limitation when it comes to drawing or moving o...
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Methods for Company Logos in a Revit Sheet
QuestionWhat method should I use for my company logo in a Revit Sheet?
AnswerWith the 0.8mm limitation in Revit, ...
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Exporting Multiple Views or Sheets in Revit
QuestionCan I export multiple views or sheets in Revit?
AnswerYes you can. On exporting to AutoCAD or DWF, “R”>Ex...
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Drawing Elements with Large Radii in Revit
Question'I cannot draw elements with large radii in Revit'
(MEP, Architecture & Structures)
AnswerThis problem came...
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ViewCubes in 3D View - Revit
QuestionI am in a 3D view and my ViewCube is missing, how do I get it back?
AnswerIn a 3D view, click on the Ribb...
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Finding and customizing the Revit.ini File - Revit 2015
QuestionWhere do I find the Revit.ini File and can I customize it?
AnswerYes you can customize the Revit.ini file...
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Show Floor Plan Through Roof Overhang in Revit
QuestionHow can I show the footprint of a plan in the site plan when it is hidden below a roof overhang?
AnswerCh...
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Value Calculations In Revit
QuestionDo you need to work something out in Revit and don't have a calculator handy?
AnswerJust modify a dimensi...