Setting Layer Wrapping; Previewing The Compound Geometry - Autodesk 24000-000000-9860 - Revit Architecture - PC User Manual

Exterior wrapping at a wall's end caps
Interior wrapping at the end caps
Wrapping Around Complex Inserts
Layers can wrap around complex inserts, such as windows with non-rectangular shapes.
Interior wrapping at window insert

Setting Layer Wrapping

You can set layer wrapping using the type properties of the wall or by editing its structure.
To set layer wrapping using type properties
1 Select a compound wall, and click
2 Click Edit/New.
3 If you want wrapping at inserts, for Wrapping at Inserts, select Exterior, Interior, or Both.
4 If you want end cap layer wrapping, for Wrapping at Ends, select Exterior or Interior.
5 To set individual layers to wrap, select the Wraps check box at the end of each layer.
To set layer wrapping by editing the structure
1 For Structure, click Edit.
2 If you want wrapping at inserts, for Wrapping at Inserts, select Exterior, Interior, or Both.
3 If you want end cap layer wrapping, for Wrapping at Ends, select Exterior or Interior.
4 Click OK.

Previewing the Compound Geometry

To preview the appearance of the wall as you add layers, in the Type Properties dialog, click Preview. The
preview image updates as you edit the layers of the wall.
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NOTE Windows and doors have a type property called Wall Closure. This property overrides the
wrapping settings in the Edit Assembly dialog.
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