Chapter 18

Creating Symbols and Annotations

Many of the components of an MEP design are represented on drawings as symbols. Having a well-stocked library of symbols can improve your efficiency in creating device families, and reduce the time spent on drafting tasks. Symbols can also be used to create project legends that can be utilized on different project types when required.

Companies have spent many hours and significant funds to develop and maintain their drafting standards. Many think it is important to create construction documents that are recognizable as their work. Annotation styles and symbols can be created in Revit format in order to make the transition to Autodesk® Revit® MEP 2013 without losing the signature look of your company ...

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