RevWise Element

Introduction

Revit is a powerful tool used by architects, engineers, and designers for building information modeling (BIM). One of the challenges in working with Revit is tracking the history of elements within a project or family file. This is where the RevWise Element plugin comes in handy, providing users with the ability to easily view an element's creation and modification history directly from within Revit.

Features

The RevWise Element plugin is a small yet powerful tool that allows users to see the history of any element in a Revit project or family file. With this plugin, users can quickly identify who created or last modified an element, as well as when these actions took place. What sets RevWise Element apart is that it does not require users to store timestamps in parameters or other similar methods - Revit itself stores this data and the plugin simply makes it accessible.

It is important to note that Revit distinguishes between two types of modifications: "User Modified," which refers to elements that were directly modified by the user, and "Modified," which indicates changes that occurred implicitly during transactions. This distinction allows users to understand the history of each element in a project more clearly.

Benefits

One of the key benefits of using the RevWise Element plugin is the time-saving aspect it offers. Instead of manually tracking and documenting the history of each element, users can simply use the plugin to access this information quickly and easily. This can be particularly useful when collaborating on projects with multiple team members, as it provides transparency and accountability regarding element modifications.

Additionally, the plugin is compatible with both project files and family files stored on disk, making it versatile and practical for a wide range of Revit users. It is worth noting that Revit drops all history for detached workshared projects and families saved from a project, but for workshared models, data are read from local copies - ensuring accuracy and reliability.

Conclusion

The RevWise Element plugin is a valuable tool for Revit users who want to gain insight into the history of elements within their projects. By providing easy access to creation and modification timestamps, this plugin enhances workflow efficiency and promotes better project management practices. Whether working on small-scale design projects or large-scale architectural endeavors, RevWise Element is a must-have tool for any Revit user looking to streamline their workflow and improve project transparency.