Chapter 2. Getting Acquainted with the Revit Interface and File Types
In this chapter you'll become acquainted with the graphical user interface (GUI) of Revit Architecture. We explain terminology, menu arrangements, tools, views, common commands, and the basics to get you up and running. Topics we'll cover include:
Overview of the Revit user interface
Modifying and personalizing the interface
Selection and view navigation
Using keyboard shortcuts
Setting up your project environment
Revit file formats
Overview of the Revit User Interface
In this section we look at how Revit appears when first opened, out of the box, and familiarize you with how the interface is organized. We explore the use of some standard-looking toolbars and menus, as well as some ...
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