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What sort of software for BI

Bobby, Architect • 2012

Hey, I'm quite new to using BIM, what software is available for creating BIM models.

Hernando, Architect

There are several, and I will mention just the most populars, and you can divide them in 5 big groups depending in the Discipline: -Architectural (Revit, ArchicAD, Vectorworks, Bentley, Allplan +more) -Structural calculation (Revit, Bentley, Tekla, SAP2000, Scia, Etabs +more) -MEP (AutoCAD MEP, Revit, Bentley, ArchiCAD, MagiCAD, DDS +more) -P...

How do I make doors and wall

William • 2012

How can I make the windows and doors always appear this way.

However if you're using AC 10 or lower try 3D Window Settings > Effects > Transparency in Shading, then select off. 1 More Answer

I lost my office standards!

????????, Architect • 2012

I've just upgraded and lost all my old office standards! How can I get them back

????????, Architect

I wouldn't import your Work Environment from your old AC as you'll get a duplicate of your old custom palettes/menus etc. 2 More Answers

I'm looking for ArchiCAD add

????????, Architect • 2012

What are some great ArchiCAD add-ons and which ones should I be using.

SketchUp, Google Maps, Google 3D Warehouse for Archicad ("The Google Earth Connections add-on package"), Piranesi and Cinema 4D, are all add-ons for ArchiCAD. 1 More Answer

BIMx: how to share?

Amado • 2012

I want to show my clients my BIM models, is BIMx the easiest way to share it with them.

Additionally, the BIMx Community Site provides means for you to post it on there. 2 More Answers

In ArchiCad is there such th

Ramanefer, Architect • 2012

Is there a tracking command in ArchiCAD and how can I use.

Kero, Architect

To be it a bit more clear to enter your distance; if you want to your chair to be 10" from the horizontal wall and 3" from the vertical wall, then type y 0-10+, type x 0-3- and hit enter. 1 More Answer

In ArchiCAD how do I reduce

Francois, Architect • 2012

My ArchiCAD project file is getting very large, are there some quick ways to reduce it?

You can also use attribute manager to delete unused fills and layers. Options > Element Attributes > Attribute Manager, but I would only do this as a last resort. 2 More Answers

Can I zoom in a particular e

Anthony, Architect • 2012

How can I select and zoom into a specific element in my Revit BIM model

Daniel, Architect

You could try to select "Group", isolate in "View" and then "Zoom Extents", not sure if this is what you wanted? 2 More Answers

Could anyone recommend any R

barraganarq1 • 2012

What Revit add-ins are people using and how much time do they save you?

Got to have eTransmit for Revit. Depending on the project and number of links, it saves a ton of time when sharing files with others. 3 More Answers

What to use for Clash Detect

Anthony, Architect • 2012

What tools are best for BIM clash detection.

Daniel, Architect

Really depends what clashes you want to detect, different software's are better at detecting certain types then others. 2 More Answers

How do I get my Revit model

Victor Hugo, Engineer • 2012

How can I easily export my Revit model to a PDF file to share with others.

The best choice is actually Bluebeam Revu as it also allows you to collaborate on the PDF with multiple users simultaneously with mark-up functions. You can get a 30 day trial of the CAD version (necessary to work with the Revit Plug-In from http://www.bluebeam.com/us/partners/network/hagen/cad/ 4 More Answers

Can anyone tell me some time

Stella • 2012

I'm getting better at Revit but what are some good time saving shortcuts?

I apologize on behalf of my previous (supposed) reply - I think I was hacked. I always import my custom Keyboard Shortcuts file and continue to revise and refine them to accommodate the latest features. I don't use numbers or symbols as that post suggests. Sorry. 4 More Answers

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What other BIM formats would

Miele, Manufacturer • 2012

We already provide Miele Australia's great range of appliances in 3 formats; Autodesk Revit, ArchiCAD and Sketchup. What other BIM related formats would people find useful?

Mark, Architect

Why don't you have models for the HR series? 1 More Answer

Let us know how we could imp

Modlar, Modlar Administrator • 2012

Any ideas or feedback on this new questions area would be fantastic or you can email it to us at: [email protected]

Jay, Architect

Tie it into http://www.revitforum.org/

Why can't I adjust my model

Michael • 2012

I can't edit in 3D view? I thought you can. What am I doing wrong.

I have the same problem since the first time i installed revit two month ago. i can edit whatsover in elevation and plans but not in 3d view. ive confirmed that it is already in default 3d view i can view it but nothing are able to be edited in that view. the rotation works just fine. can anyone solve this problem? https://s16.postimg.org/oy2... 3 More Answers

Making one wall invisible?

rosenoda • 2012

Pretty simple I'd like to make one of my walls invisible, is it possible to do this in Revit?

Hernando, Architect

there are different ways of achieving this. It all depends on what is the purpose of it: You can "hide" a wall or any other element by view. Just select it, right-click, choose "hide in view", then element. You can also demolish the element, or move it to a Phase, or even make it part of a design option. Again, it all depends on what's the pu... 3 More Answers

How do I zoom so I can see a

gregco • 2012

I'd like to change Revit to the view so I can see all windows, how do I do this?

F3, it will zoom all the tiled windows to their extents (to fit). 2 More Answers

Changing family templates. I

SangHeon, Architect • 2012

I want to edit one of the Revit family templates, how can I do this?

Jay, Architect

in RVT 2013: 1) Create a new family from the desired family template 2) Edit as needed to get to your desired new family template 3) Save as a family (in the Templates folder or other appropriate location) 4) Change the extension from .rfa to .rft (accept the file extension change warnings) 3 More Answers

Are there regular seminars o

Tom, Architect • 2012

I'm looking for a place running regular Revit seminars, I'd potentially be happy to pay if it was going to kick start my learning of Revit and BIM.

Jay, Architect

Find a local RUG (Revit Users Group, such as LARUG, where we do monthly meetings in Los Angeles, San Francisco & Orange County: http://losangelesrevitusersgroup.blogspot.com/ We do live meetings as well as stream and record them for viewing later!!! I bet you have a local group near you, if not: Start one!!! Email me if you'd like to disc... 5 More Answers

Just started using Revit 201

kwilson • 2012

I've just begun teaching myself Revit 2013 and wondered if there were any good books out there for beginners. Some example projects would be handle too, to see how others are using BIM.

Jay, Architect

In addition to Mastering Revit 2013, This book is awesome for creating families: http://www.littledetailscount.com/index.php/products/revit-family-bundle-11-ebook-creating-custom-revit-architecture-2012--2013families Then, In Revit use the following: Function Key: F1 4 More Answers

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The file addit_3d_autocad.zi

m • 2012
Modlar, Modlar Administrator

Thanks for the feedback. You can scale 3d Autocad model by following steps on this page > https://knowledge.autodesk.com/support/autocad/learn-explore/caas/CloudHelp/cloudhelp/2016/ENU/AutoCAD-Core/files/GUID-E96829D6-A58A-48B6-8B65-A7C99C879262-htm.html

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Downloaded file addit_archic

m • 2012
Modlar, Modlar Administrator

Hi, it appears their file labeled ArchiCAD is for ArchiCAD only. We'll contact them to see if a Revit family of this product is available.

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