Duplicating Parameterized Elements - Autodesk 24000-000000-9860 - Revit Architecture - PC User Manual

The Reference Lines command creates a parametric family skeleton that elements of the family can attach
to. See Reference Lines
The Control command lets you place arrows to rotate and mirror the geometry of the family, after you
add it to your design. In the Options Bar, choose from a Vertical or Horizontal arrow, or from a
Double-Vertical or Double-Horizontal arrow. You can also select more than one choice.
Revit Architecture rotates or mirrors the geometry about the origin. With 2 opposite-facing arrows, you
can mirror back and forth horizontally or vertically.
You can place the controls anywhere in the view. It is best to place them where it is obvious what they
control.
TIP Controls are useful when creating a door family. The double-horizontal control arrows change which side
the door is hinged. The double-vertical control arrows change the swing of the door from inside-out to
outside-in.
The Text command allows you to add text notes to the family. This is typically used in an annotation
family. The text is just simply a text note. For more information about adding text, see
page 1027.
The Model Text command can be used to add signage on a building or letters on a wall. See
on page 727.
The Section command allows you to create a section view. See
The Components command selects the type of component to be inserted into the Family Editor. After
clicking this command, the Type Selector becomes active and you can select the component.
The Symbol command allows you to place 2D annotation drawing symbols. See
The Detail Component command allows you to place a detail component. See
Component
The Masking Region command allows you to apply a mask to a region of the family. See
on page 1087.
The Filled Region command allows you to apply fill to a region of the family. See
1093.
The Solid Form command provides access to tools that let you create solid geometry in the family. See
Solid Geometry Tools
The Void Form command provides access to tools that let you cut solid geometry in the family. See
Geometry Tools
The Label command allows you to place intelligent text in the family. This text actually represents a
family property. When the property value is specified it will show up in the family.
NOTE This command is available for annotation symbols only.
See Creating a Label
The Load into Projects command allows you to load a family directly into any open project or family.

Duplicating Parameterized Elements

When creating a component in the Family Editor, you often need to create identical elements that are
controlled by the same parameters, such as labelled dimensions or visibility parameters. For example, if you
create a window family with muntins controlled by a visibility parameter, you can create the first muntin,
378 | Chapter 8 Creating Your Own Components (Families)
on page 346.
on page 1083.
on page 380.
on page 390.
on page 428 for more information.
Section Views on page 91.
Symbols
Inserting a Detail
Masking Regions
Filled Region
Text Notes on
Model Text
on page 1071.
on page
Void