BCLP-071- Revit Essentials -Work planes and Reference Planes

Work Planes:

Definition: Work planes are virtual 2-dimensional surfaces within Revit used as the reference or origin for various modeling and drafting tasks.

Key Functions:

? - Serve as origin points for views.

? - Enable precise sketching of elements.

? - Facilitate the use of specific tools like Rotate and Mirror in 3D views.

? - Essential for placing work plane-based components accurately.

Work Plane Set, Show, and Viewer:

·?????? Location: Found in different tabs depending on the context:

? - Architecture, Structure, or Systems tab in projects.

? - Create tab of the Family Editor.

1. About Work Planes:

·?????? Purpose: Work planes are used as origins for views and for sketching elements.

·?????? View Association: Views like plan, elevation, and section have associated work planes.

·?????? Importance: Crucial for operations like creating extruded roofs.

·?????? Functionality: While sketching, snapping to the work plane grid is possible, but alignment or dimensioning to it is not.

2. About Elements Associated with Work Planes:

·?????? Types of Elements: Includes work plane-based families and non-level-based (hosted) elements.

·?????? Movement Control: Work plane association determines how elements move when their hosts move.

·?????? Geometry Association: Geometry needs to be associated with a work plane for correct movement.

·?????? Instance Parameters: Most elements have a read-only instance parameter called Work Plane, which identifies the current work plane of the element.

3. Show the Work Plane of a View:

·?????? Visualization: The work plane is displayed as a grid in the view, aiding in understanding the spatial context.

4. Set the Work Plane of a View:

·?????? Selection Methods: Work plane can be set by:

-?????? Name selection.

-?????? Picking a plane.

-?????? Picking a line on the desired plane.

5. Change the Work Plane of an Element:

·?????? Functionality: Tool used to select a new work plane parallel to the existing one.

·?????? Application: Useful for adjusting the orientation of elements within the model.

6. Edit with the Work plane Viewer:

·?????? Tool Function: The Workplane Viewer is employed to modify work plane-based elements of the model.

·?????? Interface: Provides an intuitive interface for precise adjustments.

7. Dissociate an Element from a Work Plane:

·?????? Functionality: Allows an element to move freely without being constrained by a work plane.

·?????? Use Cases: Useful when an element needs to be repositioned independently of its original work plane association.

8. Modify the Work Plane Grid:

·?????? Customization Options: Users can adjust the spacing, resize, or rotate the work plane grid as per their requirements.

·?????? Flexibility: Enhances modeling precision by providing customization options for the work plane grid.

9. Work Plane Dialog:

·?????? Interface: Utilize the Work Plane dialog for various operations related to work planes.

·?????? Functions:

-?????? Show or change the work plane of a view.

-?????? Show, set, change, or dissociate the work plane of a work plane-based element.

Reference Planes

1. Introduction to Reference Planes: They are guidelines used in Revit for precise design and modeling. They are important for creating families and are visible in plan views.
2. Add a Reference Plane: Reference planes can be added using the Line tool or the Pick Line tool. They act as visual guides for designing elements within the model.
3. Name Reference Planes: Reference planes can be named for easy identification and assignment. This simplifies the design process by making it easier to select and manipulate them.
4. Hide the Reference Plane in the View: Reference planes can be hidden individually or collectively in a view. This helps reduce clutter and improves visibility in the design view.
5. Create Reference Plane Subcategories: Subcategories can be assigned to reference planes to control their visibility and appearance. This makes it easier to organize and manage reference planes within the model.
6. Reference Plane Properties: Properties of reference planes can be viewed and modified using the Properties palette. Various properties like name, subcategory, and visibility settings can be adjusted.

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