About this app
Introduction
If you are an Autodesk Revit user looking to streamline your workflow and save valuable time, the Express Family Layout plugin is a must-have tool for you. This powerful plugin allows you to automatically place user-managed loadable families in Revit projects by category or family type, making the process of organizing and arranging families a breeze.
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Features of the Family Layout Dialog Box
The Family Layout dialog box of the Express Family Layout plugin offers a wide range of features to help you efficiently manage your loadable families. Here are some key elements of the dialog box:
- Family File List: Easily manage and organize the list of loadable family files to be placed in your project.
- Layout Start Position: Specify the start position for placing families in your project.
- Column: Place families in the x-direction with the specified number of columns.
- Folder Selection: Select a folder and add all the families within the folder to the list.
- File Selection: Select individual family files and add them to the list.
- Select All/Deselect All: Easily manage the selection status of items in the family list.
- Invert Selection: Quickly reverse the selection status of items in the family list.
- Add UserParameter: Add user parameters to customize and enhance the functionality of your families.
- Family Parameter Edit: Edit or delete parameters using a text editor for greater control over your families.
- Execute: Execute batch operations for efficient placement of families in your project.
- Close: Close the dialog box when you have completed your tasks.
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Supported Loadable Family Types
The Express Family Layout plugin supports a wide range of loadable family types, making it versatile and suitable for various project requirements. Some of the supported family types include:
- Furniture
- Opening
- Electrical
- Structural Column
- Structural Foundation
- Structural Reinforcement
- Structural Connection
- Structural Retaining Wall
- Structure Truss
- Structure Frame
- Mechanical
- Lighting
- Handrail
- Duct
- Door
- Pipe
- Plumbing
- Detail Items
- Planting
- General Model
- Light
- Window
- Cable Tray
- Casework
- Special Facilities
- Fire Protection
- Environment
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Conclusion
The Express Family Layout plugin for Autodesk Revit is a powerful and efficient tool that simplifies the process of managing and arranging loadable families in your projects. With its user-friendly interface and extensive features, this plugin allows you to save time and focus on more critical aspects of your design work. Whether you are working on a small residential project or a large commercial building, the Express Family Layout plugin is a valuable addition to your Revit toolkit. Try it now and experience the benefits of streamlined workflow and enhanced productivity!
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