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The ability to rotate and move an annotation on a face based family?
Is there a way to rotate and move an annotation of a Revit family
Plotting of a particular view to a specific scale?
I am battling to plot a particular scale sized view of a drawing in Revit. how would i be able to plot a certain scaled view.
Is there a way of repositioning the project origin point over a ref point as elsewhere in a drawing
Is there any way of repositioning the origin point ( 0,0,0) over a reference point elsewhere in a drawing besides the centre point so that i could work out position placement.
utilising other software platforms to convert to Revit or Archicad?
Will any other Architectural or engineering softwares convert a file, so that either Revit or Archicad are able to import or model them. Also what would be the standard way of saving a file to ensure any and all info is carried across.
Shadows that are viewable in elevation view?
How do i ensure that my shadows are viewable in a relevant view as i cannot locate a setting or turn them on to e.g. illustrate the position of the sun
Pinning a mullion to a wall and preventing it from resetting when walls are moved?
How do i set a mullion so that if a wall or floor moves the mullion stays in its current position attached to the and not moves.
Utilising flow design as a plugin in Revit to control exterior airflows?
I am looking for a plugin or option that will allow me to control exterior airflow within my design so i can see the limitations concerned on a high rise building project.
Autodesk Simulation CFD has excellent airflow modeling capabilities!
When to utilise Revit families management in order to control development protocol?
How would i go about controlling the development protocols aimed around standardising families so that we don't duplicate or damage them once created.
Local file creation causing synchronisation error?
I have been having this synchronisation error when i open a file that is clashing with another file that one of my colleagues have opened previously.
Finding the correct plug in for Revit which will aid in conducting a structural analysis?
Is there a plug in for Revit that will help me with conducting a structural analysis on families.
If the internal ref no is different from the project ref no, how is the file/folder distinguished?
I am seeking clarification on how to name the file so that the internal ref no is distinguishable from the project ref no.
How beneficial is it to use Revit MEP in your drawing plan
I have heard so many great things about utilising the MEP within Revit and would like to know how best to use it.
Using Revit over other platforms to develop models
Is Revit the better package to use as i have heard that Archicad has some great functionality and i have only briefly looked at the software. Are there any other major Architectural platforms that would be good to use.
Changing measurements from metric to imperial and vice versa?
How do i change the measurements in Revit from imperial to metric or vice versa if i have opened a supplied drawing or file.
Adding a linear hatch pattern to a floor layer in revit?
How could i add a linear hatch pattern to my drawing for the floor layer.
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Issues relating to a callout view in Revit?
How could i address the callout view issues associated with Revit.
Utilising Revit views as opposed to Autocad layers
I want to save my Revit project in a similar fasion to the way Autocad utilises layers. Does Revit have a same option of something similar for me to save the projects into different layers etc.
importing a Navisworks file into Revit?
Is it possible to import a Navisworks file into Revit and if so what file format must be saved in order to do so.
Cropping a portion or region of a drawing
how would i go about doing this, so that only a selected area is piece is cropped.
Drawing stairs by Sketch or by Component
Which option is better to use in order to accurately draw stairs.
Plusspec has parametric stairs. There is no easier way www.plusspec.com › tools 1 More Answer
Capping a wall that has a slope or gable
How best would I be able to cap a wall below the roof or gable.
What is an acceptable font to use in your drawing plan
I have tried many different fonts, so confused as to which one would atheistically look the best.
When to use the show hidden lines or remove hidden lines tool
How would you use either option when wanting to view an element that is obscured from another element.
Revit 2014 to 2015, damaged my window & door families to break the link with my nested components?
how would i solve this dilemma so that my new version behaves like the older one.
Drawing a vertical section in Revit, the section head triangle is covering up my text
What do i do in this instance, how could i solve it.
What version of Vectorworks opens the VW files supplied by Modlar
I have VW 2010... it can't seem to open Modlar supplied files. I'd like to know which version does open the files. Do I need an upgrade? Is there a minimum requirement?
I have VW 2014, and was wanting to download the Modlar tools add-on, but it won't seem to let me? Is there a version elsewhere I can download to use? Thanks
How can I download these for use in my projects?
Also what file or folder. And I saw that this is a ZIP file, how do I unzip the file and add it to my library?
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Archicad 16 Add-ons
Although impressed by MODLAR, I can see that Archicad 14 is the latest program add-on. Will this be updated to include AC16 and for the AC15 user's as well?
yes they're coming very soon! 1 More Answer
Suppose I want to use a model in a commercial project
Is there any way to pay for a model if a "noncommercial" project suddenly becomes commercial? Can anything be renegotiated? You never can tell when somebody might suddenly want to buy something ...
frameless sliding door?
How can I make a D2 Sliding 16Â door that is frameless? I'm using ArchiCAD 17. I've tried to set the frame to 0" but it keeps giving me a little bit of wall at the ends. And when I've played with the reveal setting, I get a weird air space between the door and the... Read More
Beautiful family, but only in version 2014?
Yeah, sorry we only use 2014. I am in the process of adding CAD models to the site as well so you can create your own family's in earlier versions.
Can I download to an project in Revit?
I would like to have my library handy when doing certain projects. The only way is to download to my computer. Is this possible. I am sure if I am doing it correctly. Please advise me on the correct method of operations. Also my I use in AutoCAD for same reason. Th... Read More
Hello, I was wondering if there is any updated version of these Revit files?
I have Revit 2013 and it won't allow me to insert them! Thank you!
Hi Lisbeth;Thanks for visiting our page. Sorry we only have Revit 2014 and as you probably know your unable to 'back save'But I have uploaded some DWG files that may be of use to you. You can then create your own family with these. Not as user friendly I know but you can still alter the materials and colours through VG Graphics panel. Sorry I...
When I open the downloaded file the objects are displayed only in black and white. Why can't I see them in colors?
Hi;The colours are set on a materials parameter, so you can add whatever materials and colours you like. Either in the Family or Project.Hope this helps.RegardsAntony
How do I download free families
Revit Families
I would like to know how to download revisited families
Uploading Problem?
I'm in the process of redrawing all our furniture as RVT files and wanted to add them to the site, but when I try adding the Revit model it says I can't add this file type and my model wont upload. Any ideas. I'm using 2014, could this be the reason?Thanks in advanc... Read More
Ah, brilliant thanks! Works fine now. Just a few hundred more to go!!Thanks Antony. 1 More Answer
How to I download a crane family
How to I download a crane family to use in my revit models. Any families would be ok.
Can I change the size of the component before download it?
When I download a car and open it in Revit then the size of the car is bigger then my requirement.There is no any scaling option.Then what should I do?
Replace the family.
Where could be possible to find a 3 panel casement window?
Try http://www.jeld-wen.com
