Revit® Architecture 2015: A Hands-On Guide

Chapter 12. Insert Tab

Chapter Objectives

• Understand the Link Revit tool.

• Understand the difference between Link CAD and Import CAD.

• Understand the Decal tool.

• Understand Point Clouds.

Introduction

This chapter covers the tools used to bring digital information into the Revit project.

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Exercise 12-1 The Link Revit Tool

1. Download the HOWARD RESIDENCE file from www.pearsondesigncentral.com.

2. Start a new Architectural project.

3. Bring the Level 1 floor plan view up into the Drawing Editor.

4. Select the Insert tab.

5. In the Insert tab, select the Link Revit button ...