Question: How do I open a 3D model in Revit?

How do I import a model into Revit?

Import a CAD File

1. Click Insert tab Import panel (Import CAD).
2. In the dialog, for Files of type, select the desired file type.
3. Navigate to the folder that contains the file to import, and select the file. …
4. Specify options. …
5. Click Open.

What 3D files can I import into Revit?

Revit supports the import of ACIS objects contained in DWG, DXF, DGN, and SAT files. You can incorporate a Trimble® SketchUp® design into a Revit project to provide a starting point for the building model. You can import 3D geometry from supported file formats and applications.

Why 3D view is not visible in Revit?

Check settings for the element or its category



In the Visibility/Graphic Overrides dialog, try the following: Verify that the visibility of the object’s category and subcategory are enabled. See About the Visibility and Graphic Display Dialog. Click the Filter tab and turn off any applied filters.

Can you open Revit file in Revit LT?

You can use Revit LT to open a Revit project that contains masses. You can use Revit LT to open a Revit project that contains point clouds.

Why is decal not showing in Revit?

Note that the decal image will be visible when using a Realistic visual style and when rendering. If you are using a visual style other than Realistic, the decal will not show at the time you add the decal.

How do I import a Civil 3D surface into Revit?

How to share a Civil toposurface between Revit and Civil 3D

1. Go to a 3d View.
2. From the “Massing and Site” ribbon tab choose “Toposurface”
3. From the “Modify | Edit Surface” ribbon tab choose “Create from Import > Select Import Instance”
4. Now select the linked DWG file.

How do I link 3D CAD to Revit?

Link a CAD File

1. Open the Revit model.
2. If you want the linked file to display only in a particular view, open that view.
3. Click Insert tab Link panel (Link CAD).
4. In the dialog, for Files of type, select the desired file type.
5. Navigate to the folder that contains the file to link, and select the file.

How do I change the active view in Revit?

Click View tab Graphics panel (Visibility/Graphics). On the Design Options tab, check the settings for each design option set. If they are not set to Automatic or to the active option, change the settings. See Checking the Design Option Settings for a View.

How do I change visibility settings in Revit?

Click View tab Graphics panel (Visibility/Graphics), or type VV or VG to open the Visibility/Graphics dialog, and click the Filters tab. Alternatively, right-click an element in the drawing area, and click Override Graphics in View By Filter. For Name, select the filter to modify.

How do you unhide something in Revit?

Do one of the following:

1. Click Modify | tab Reveal Hidden Elements panel (Unhide Element) or (Unhide Category).
2. Right-click the element, and click Unhide in View Elements or Category.