Your question: How do I restore files on BIM 360?

Where is the BIM 360 folder?

Because the BIM 360 folder is located in C/users/username the folder has a unique location per user. The links we place in indesign will thus point to C/users/username/(linked_file) and if someone else in our office wants to edit the indesign file the link will no longer work since they have a different Username.

How do I access BIM 360 files?

With Desktop Connector for BIM 360, you can navigate and open files locally that are stored in the Document Management module.

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Navigate Accounts and Projects

1. Open File Explorer.
2. Click the BIM 360 data source.
3. Open the account you wish to access.
4. Locate and open a project.
5. Browse the project folders as desired.

How do I reload my BIM 360 model?

Click Manage tab Manage Project panel (Manage Links). On the Revit tab of the Manage Links dialog, for each linked model, do the following: Select a linked model, and click Reload From. Notice that the file browser opens by default to the BIM 360 project location.

How do I restore a Revit backup file?

In Revit LT, from the Recent Files window, click Manage tab Manage Project panel drop-down (Restore Backup). In the Browse for Folder dialog, navigate to the backup folder, and click Open. In the Project Backup Versions dialog, select the version to save. Click Save As, and save the file.

Where are local files saved Revit?

Solution: When working on Collaboration for Revit files, local copies are saved at the following file path: C:Users%USERNAME%AppDataLocalAutodeskRevitCollaborationCache.

What is the difference between plans and project files in BIM 360?

The Plans folder houses the digital equivalent of the printed set of contract drawings for the project. Project Files: Use the Project Files folder for any project-related document, including design data and all other document types including photos, reports, schedules, budgets, and requirements documents.

How do I sync my BIM 360?

Simply double-click on the installation file to install 360 Sync. Once installed and configured, 360 Sync™ will automatically synchronize 24/7/365. Start 360 Sync™ and provide BIM 360 user credentials that has access to specific project files in the BIM 360 Cloud.

How do you access BIM 360 in Revit 2018?

While in Revit, select “Open” from the “File” menu. The typical Open Dialog Box opens. Click the BIM 360 Icon on the upper left side of the screen.

How do I open BIM 360 files in Revit 2020?

Starting with Revit 2020, there is a new way for BIM Collaborate PRO users to initiate workshared cloud models.

1. Create a new Revit model or open an existing model.
2. Use the Collaborate tab to enable worksets.
3. Save the workshared file to Autodesk Docs by selecting “Save As > Cloud Model” in the File menu.

How do I get BIM 360 on my desktop?

Ensure that you are using the current release before contacting Autodesk Support.

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Install Desktop Connector for BIM 360

1. Download and install the latest version of Desktop Connector for Windows.
2. Open the downloaded package and follow the instructions.
3. Restart your machine.

How do you reload a file in Revit?

In Revit Architecture, click Manage tab Manage Projects panel Manage Links. In the Manage Links dialog, on the CAD Formats tab, select the linked file in the list, and click Reload. Click OK.

How do I reload a Revit model?

To update linked models without closing the current project, you can unload and reload the linked models.

1. Click Manage tab Manage Project panel (Manage Links).
2. In the Manage Links dialog, click the Revit tab.
3. Select the linked model.
4. To unload the selected model, click Unload. …
5. To reload the selected model, click Reload.