Using The Grid Tool To Place Beams - Autodesk 24000-000000-9860 - Revit Architecture - PC User Manual

Using the Grid Tool to Place Beams

You can use the Grid option to select grid lines to place beams automatically between other structural
elements (columns, structural walls, and other beams). For example, you might have two structural columns
located on a grid line. Beams are also added between columns and structural walls.
To place beams using the grid tool
1 On the Structural tab of the Design Bar, click Beam.
2 On the Options Bar, click
3 Select the grid to place beams.
Selecting the grid
The beams are placed between columns as shown.
Placing beams between columns
The grids in a project are a valuable tool in setting up beams, as well as columns. A selected span of grid
lines can automatically place beams.
Sketching beams automatically with grid option
1 On the Structural tab of the Design Bar, click Beam.
2 On the Options Bar, select the beam type and specify options.
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